People Demanding Action Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdanVoting Rights, the environment, the Equal Rights Amendment, student debt, jobs, faith and politics. If it's progressive, we talk about it.en2008 BlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Tue, 03 Mar 2015 23:30:00 GMTTue, 03 Mar 2015 15:00:00 GMTPolitics ProgressiveEZ Rss 0.1http://cdn.btrcdn.com/pics/hostpics/bd983766-7908-4d4d-be4e-b902b43472ca_pdan-new.jpgPeople Demanding Action Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdanVoting Rights, the environment, the Equal Rights Amendment, student debt, jobs, faith and politics. If it's progressive, we talk about it.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comBlogTalkRadio, Blog Talk RadioAndreaMiller0noVoting Rights, the environment, the Equal Rights Amendment, student debt, jobs, faith and politics. If it's progressive, we talk about it.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/podcastThe Politics of Faith with Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/04/the-politics-of-faith-with-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/04/the-politics-of-faith-with-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/04/the-politics-of-faith-with-rodney-sadlerWed, 04 Mar 2015 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
02:00:00AndreaMiller0noDr. Rev. Rodney Sadler,Politics of Faith,progressive politics,American politics,cultureThe Politics of Faith with Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/03/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/03/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/03/agitator-radioTue, 03 Mar 2015 15:00:00 GMTHost Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
REBROADCAST
Robert welcomes Cindy Foster, the Legislative Director for the Charlotte APWU Local 375 and Vice President of the North Carolina PIEDMONT Chapter A. Philip Randolph institute, Cindy has been a Labor Organizer and Social Justice Organizer for many years and has tirelessly lobbied on behalf of the residents of North Carolina.
00:51:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,discussion,progressive politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/01/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/01/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/03/01/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 01 Mar 2015 16:00:00 GMTABRUPT CLIMATE CHANGE
Join me and my guest journalist Robert Hunziker to discuss his recent counterpunch article titled, Abrupt Climate Change is Here.
Robert Hunziker (MA, economic history, DePaul University) is a freelance writer and environmental journalist whose articles have been translated into foreign languages and appeared in over 50 journals, magazines, and sites worldwide, like Z Magazine, European Project on Ocean Acidification, Ecosocialism Canada, Climate Himalaya, Counterpunch, Dissident Voice, Comite Valmy, and UK Progressive. He has been interviewed about climate change on Pacifica Radio, KPFK, FM90.7, Indymedia On Air, and the World View Show/UK, as well as Thom Hartmann's Big Picture, and Norman B's Life Elsewhere, 88.5 WMNF and others.
Twitter: Robert_Hunziker
Read Robert's latest article from Counterpunch
http://www.counterpunch.org/2015/02/02/abrupt-climate-change-is-here/
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noClimate Action with Russell Greene,climate,activism,Environment,PolicyClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/28/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/28/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/28/chicano-chroniclesSat, 28 Feb 2015 20:00:00 GMTJacque's guest is Daniel Campos
REBROADCAST - No show call-in
Host Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,discussion,progressive politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesJust Sayinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/27/just-sayinPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/27/just-sayin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/27/just-sayinFri, 27 Feb 2015 17:00:00 GMTRebroadcast from 1/9/15 Todays theme is, "If You Can't Beat Them, Imprison Them."
Hosts Mimi Kennedy and Judy Hess discuss issues including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Judy and Mimi discuss the upcoming California Democratic Party Convention, the assmebly delegate elections, and how the grass roots can get involved.
Special guest Dana Siegelman discusses new developments in the case of her father, former Alabama Governor Don Siegelman--sent to prison for daring to oppose the right wing political machine.
Also, Judy and Mimi provide updates in the case of Rev. Pinckney--prosecuted and persecuted for standing up against the corporatist political machine in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0nodiscussion,progressive,politics,American politics,cultureJust SayinEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/26/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/26/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/26/ending-homelessnessThu, 26 Feb 2015 23:30:00 GMT Kim Aiken (Cockerham) won the title of Miss Columbia in 1993 which led her to the crown of Miss South Carolina. At 18 years old she won the coveted title of Miss America making her only the second Miss South Carolina to win the national title.
Kim’s platform during her reign was her HERO Program for the homeless. Her year of service as Miss America helped generate public awareness about homelessness and brought a better public understanding of this significant social dilemma. Kim has made numerous television appearances and was recognized in People Magazine as one of the "Fifty Most Beautiful People in the World". She has received numerous keys to cities for her humanitarian efforts. In addition she was also awarded “The Order of the Palmetto” which is the highest honor to be given to any South Carolinian.
After graduating from New York University, Kim pursued a career in public accounting with Ernst & Young LLP, one of the Big Four accounting firms. Today, she is a community volunteer and entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. A professional speaker for nearly twenty years, she entertains and inspires audiences with her programs, using her varied experiences and sharing stories of overcoming obstacles, such as brain surgery.
Kim is the daughter of Valerie and Charles Aiken of Columbia, South Carolina. She is married and loves being mom to her two beautiful children.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/25/the-politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/25/the-politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/25/the-politics-of-faithWed, 25 Feb 2015 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Dr. Joerg Rieger is Wendland-Cook Professor of Constructive Theology at Perkins School of Theology, SMU.
For more than two decades Joerg Rieger has worked to bring together theology and the struggles for justice and liberation that mark our age. His work addresses the relation of theology to public life, using tools from cultural studies, critical theory, and religious studies, and reflecting on the misuse of power in religion, politics, and economics. His main interest is in movements and developments that bring about change and the positive contributions of religion.
Known for his prolific and visionary writing, his books include Religion, Theology, and Class (2013), Occupy Religion: Theology of the Multitude (with Kwok Pui-lan, 2012), Grace under Pressure (2011, Portuguese transl.), Traveling (2011, Portuguese transl.), Globalization and Theology (2010), No Rising Tide: Theology, Economics, and the Future (2009), Christ and Empire: From Paul to Postcolonial Times (2007, German and Portuguese transl.); Opting for the Margins: Postmodernity and Liberation in Christian Theology (ed., 2003); God and the Excluded: Visions and Blindspots in Contemporary Theology (2001); and Remember the Poor: The Challenge to Theology in the Twenty-First Century (1998, Portuguese transl.).
A volume that he co-authored with Brazilian theologian Jung Mo Sung and Argentinian theologian Nestor Miguez, titled Beyond the Spirit of Empire: New Perspectives in Politics and Religion, was published in 2009 (Portuguese and Spanish translations).
01:15:00AndreaMiller0noDr. Rev. Rodney Sadler,Politics of Faith,progressive politics,American politics,cultureThe Politics of FaithAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/24/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/24/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/24/agitator-radioTue, 24 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Robert's guest today is Rev. Charles White, National Field Director for National Action Network. The right to equal justice under the law should not be conditional or based upon a person’s color or economic status. Over the last two decades NAN has been in the vanguard of the movement to bring such equality to every community that has been unfairly treated. Using the principles of non-violent direct action and civil disobedience NAN has helped to level the field and ensure a measure of justice for those who would abuse their status or seek to dispense justice based upon race or other illegal factors. Racial profiling, stop and frisk policing and police brutality were standard practice in many communities just 20 years ago. NAN has successfully changed that paradigm by ensuring that those who violate the law are brought to justice.
00:44:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,discussion,progressive politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/22/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/22/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/22/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 22 Feb 2015 17:00:00 GMTLast week an oil train carrying explosive Bakken crude derailed and caught fire in Fayette County, West Virginia. Forty-eight hours earlier, on Saturday, an oil train carrying toxic Alberta tar sands derailed and spilled in Ontario, Canada.
Todd Paglia, Forest Ethics executive director, released the following statement:“Oil trains are simply too dangerous for the rails. Whether it is explosive Bakken crude or toxic Alberta tar sands this extreme oil cannot be transported safely by train. Twenty-five million Americans live in the blast zone and nearly everyone else lives downstream of an oil train route.
Matt Krogh is the Director, Extreme Oil Campaign for Forest Ethics
With over 12 years experience in nonprofit work and advocacy, Matt joined ForestEthics in August 2013 to direct a new campaign targeting tar sands on the West Coast of North America, Tar Sands SOS. Most recently as the North Sound Baykeeper at RE Sources for Sustainable Communities in Bellingham, Washington, Matt has spent the last three years fighting against Gateway Pacific and other proposed coal terminals on the West Coast. As a freelancer, he and his father co-authored a book on integrity and principle-based decision making—both critical components of effective advocacy.
00:55:00AndreaMiller0noRussell Greene,bomb train,climate change,Bakken crude,tar sandsClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/21/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/21/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/21/chicano-chroniclesSat, 21 Feb 2015 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,discussion,progressive politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/20/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/20/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/20/progressive-conversationFri, 20 Feb 2015 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller and Rev. Dicks are joined today by Michael Zweig, Professor of Economics at State University of New York at Stonybrook Center for Study of Working Class Life and Michael Eisenscher of US Labor Against the War.
01:09:00AndreaMiller0nodiscussion,progressive,politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/19/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/19/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/19/ending-homelessnessThu, 19 Feb 2015 23:30:00 GMTHost Donald Whitehead will welcome key leaders, grassroots organizers, experts, and other voices to discuss ending homelessness, progressive politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, social change, community action, community organizing, and more!
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessPolitics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/18/politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/18/politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/18/politics-of-faithWed, 18 Feb 2015 16:00:00 GMTRev. Rodney Sadler interviews attendees at HK on J march in Raleigh North Carolina.
Guests include Leslie Boyd and Jim Duffett. Topics include Medicaid Expansion and the mock grand jury trials.
01:31:00AndreaMiller0noHK on J,Rev. Rodney Sadler,Medicaid Expansion,North Carolina,Jim DuffettPolitics of FaithAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/17/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/17/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/17/agitator-radioTue, 17 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Agitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Robert's guest is North Carolina State Rep. Rodney Moore. Rep. Rodney Moore is the NC State Representative for the 99th district. His district represents Charlotte NC. Rep. Moore is introducing an extensive anti profiling bill the provides protection to the black, undocumented, and LGBTQ communities. His bill will require new training requirements on police officers, data collection from al law enforcement agencies and allow municipalities to establish Citizen Oversight Boards for their police departments.
00:59:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,discussion,progressive politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/15/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/15/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/15/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 15 Feb 2015 17:00:00 GMTRebroadcast from 12/12/14
Suzanne Goldenberg is the US environment correspondent of the Guardian and is based in Washington DC. She has won several awards for her work in the Middle East, and in 2003 covered the US invasion of Iraq from Baghdad. She is author of Madam President, about Hillary Clinton's historic run for White House.
Nick Fillmore, An award-winning investigative reporter and a founder of the Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ). One of the founders of Canadian Journalists for Free Expression (CJFE), he was involved in helping press freedom organizations in developing countries for several years. Now based in Toronto,
David Braun is a co-founder of Americans Against Fracking and New Yorkers Against Fracking, and has recently relocated back to his home state of California to fight fracking where he’s working with Californians Against Fracking, a coalition of over 150 organizations fighting for a ban. While in New York, David founded and worked with several anti-fracking groups including United for Action, Sane Energy Project, among others. Previously, he was the grassroots coordinator for the films, GASLAND and GASLAND II.
Mark Schlosberg is Food & Water Watch's National Organizing Director, and is responsible for developing strategies for their national campaigns and managing the Organizing Department. Mark has been with Food & Water Watch since 2008. He spearheaded the development of their organizing strategy on fracking and played a lead role in forming Americans Against Fracking as well as the development of Food & Water Watch’s work to build state based coalitions.
01:09:00AndreaMiller0noClimate Action with Russell Greene,climate,activism,Environment,PolicyClimate Action with Russell GreeneJust Sayinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/13/just-sayinPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/13/just-sayin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/13/just-sayinFri, 13 Feb 2015 17:00:00 GMTHosts Mimi Kennedy and Judy Hess are joined by progressive leaders to discuss progressive politics, American politics, culture, faith, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
An auspicious day for this early Valentine: an interview with incomparable activist Harvey Wasserman - journalist, author, democracy activist, and advocate for renewable energy.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0nodiscussion,progressive,politics,American politics,cultureJust SayinEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/12/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/12/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/12/ending-homelessnessThu, 12 Feb 2015 23:30:00 GMTHost Donald Whitehead will welcome key leaders, grassroots organizers, experts, and other voices to discuss ending homelessness, progressive politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, social change, community action, community organizing, and more!
Donald is joined by Steve Berg, Vice President for Programs and Policy Areas of Expertise: Housing Policy, Discharge Planning
Steve specializes in employment, economic development, and human services, and the crossover between those issues and housing. Mr. Berg came to the Alliance from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, where he worked on state-level welfare reform and employment. Before coming to Washington, he spent 14 years as a legal services attorney in California and Connecticut, working on housing, government benefits, employment and family integrity. His experience includes nonprofit management and staff training and development.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/11/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/11/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/11/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 11 Feb 2015 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Rebroadcast of 1/28 show with interviews from the Moral Monday activities at the North Carolina legislature. Rev. Sadler interviews ministers from North Carolina.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noDr. Rev. Rodney Sadler,Politics of Faith,progressive politics,American politics,cultureThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/10/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/10/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/10/agitator-radioTue, 10 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMTREBROADCAST
Agitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive, politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
My guest’s this week are Dolly and Tony Griggs whose son Christian was brutally killed by his father in law and is not being brought to justice by the local Harnett County NC police.
Mrs. Griggs released the following statement: Pat Chisenhall brutally killed my son and no criminal charges have been brought against him. I truly believe that without strong public pressure, public officials will allow my son's death to go barely investigated and unpunished. It's been more than 14 months since Christian was killed, and due to cronyism and racial bias, law enforcement and the Harnett County District Attorney have refused to hold my son's killer accountable.
Will you join me in calling on state and federal officials to ensure due process, rigorously investigate my son's death and bring his killer to justice?
Please sign the following petition: http://iam.colorofchange.org/petitions/justice-for-christian-griggs-1
00:47:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,discussion,progressive politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/08/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/08/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/08/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 08 Feb 2015 17:00:00 GMTRebroadcast from January 25, 2015: Russell's guests are Rev. Lennox Yearwood and RL Miller
Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr., President and CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus, is a minister, community activist and one of the most influential people in Hip Hop political life. He works tirelessly to encourage the Hip Hop generation to utilize its political and social voice.
In 2010 he was named one of the 100 most powerful African Americans by Ebony Magazine, and one of the 10 Game Changers in the Green movement by the Huffington Post. In 2008, Rev Yearwood created the Hip Hop Caucus’ “Respect My Vote!” campaign with celebrity spokespeople T.I. and Keyshia Cole, which turned out record numbers of young people on Election Day.
RL Miller blogs on climate; founded SuperPAC Climate Hawks Vote to elect - and hold accountable - politicians who prioritize the climate challenge; is elected chair of California Democratic Party’s Environmental Caucus; and practices law and keeps chickens. Climate Hawks Vote hatched in June 2014, made 17 endorsements in primaries and general election races in 2014, and won at least 10 - a very positive record made possible through its emphasis on fieldwork rather than big-spending ads.
01:04:00AndreaMiller0noclimate change,climate,russell greene,lennox yearwood,rl millerClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/07/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/07/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/07/chicano-chroniclesSat, 07 Feb 2015 20:00:00 GMTChicano Chronicles Host Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
Today's show we will focus on the brutal killing of David Silva, where we've come since then, what his death means
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,discussion,progressive politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesWomen Change Agentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/06/women-change-agentsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/06/women-change-agents/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/06/women-change-agentsFri, 06 Feb 2015 18:00:00 GMTHost Rev. Glencie Rhedrick is joined by women leaders and an occasional supportive man to discuss progressive politics, American politics, culture, faith, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
Rev. Rhedrick is joined by Jenni Whitsel. Jencelyn “Jenni” King-Witzel is the Co-Founder of Third Wave Feminism and National Women’s Party 2.0 on facebook. She is also the Co-Founder of ERA 3.15, and currently owns two small businesses in the Chicagoland. She is currently serving as a campaign consultant for several campaign in the region.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noprogressive politics,American politics,culture,demographics,social justiceWomen Change AgentsEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/05/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/05/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/05/ending-homelessnessThu, 05 Feb 2015 23:30:00 GMTHost Donald Whitehead will welcome key leaders, grassroots organizers, experts, and other voices to discuss ending homelessness, progressive politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, social change, community action, community organizing, and more!
Donald's guest is Josh Spring, Executive Director, Cincinnati Homeless Coalition
Josh graduated from the College of Social Work at Xavier University. Josh is a Licensed Social Worker. Previously, Josh was the Social Worker for Tenants of Over-the-Rhine Community Housing’s 250 units of affordable housing. Josh noticed that repeatedly Tenants or those that wanted to be Tenants were experiencing the same repeated issues. This built a desire to organize systematic efforts to take on the root causes of homelessness, leading Josh to the Coalition.
Josh began learning about homelessness from those who were homeless; while working in the transitional housing building of Tender Mercies, an agency providing affordable housing for people who have been homeless with mental illness.
00:54:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/04/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/04/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/04/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 04 Feb 2015 16:00:00 GMT Host Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Guests today are Rev. Peter Wherry, Rev. Glencie Rhedrick and Joel Segal.
01:30:00AndreaMiller0noDr. Rev. Rodney Sadler,Politics of Faith,progressive politics,American politics,cultureThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/01/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/01/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/02/01/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 01 Feb 2015 17:00:00 GMTClimbing PoeTree is the combined force of Alixa Garcia and Naima Penniman. Over the last 11 years, Climbing PoeTree has been at the forefront of social and environmental justice movements by harnessing their art as a tool for popular education, community organizing, and personal transformation. Their award-winning performance is composed of dual-voice spoken word poetry, hip hop, and multimedia theatre that dissolves apathy with hope, exposes injustice, and helps heal our inner trauma so that we may begin to cope with the issues facing our communities.
Climbing PoeTree has independently organized 25 national and international tours bringing their performance to thousands of people across the U.S. and abroad from Mexico to the UK, South Africa to Cuba. Their soul-stirring performances have been featured alongside visionary leaders and artists such as Angela Davis, Cornel West, Alice Walker, Erykah Badu, Alicia Keys, Saul Williams, Sonia Sanchez, Naomi Klein, Danny Glover, and The Last Poets, among others. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina Alixa and Naima traveled over 11,000 miles across the U.S. on a bus converted to run on recycled vegetable oil, merging theater and activism by creating a national network that gave voice to local organizations addressing and healing the effects of unnatural disasters in their communities. Climbing PoeTree’s artistic and organizing work can be found on the walls of galleries and museums through projects such as S.T.I.T.C.H.E.D and Shadow Boxing (Created by Garcia), and in the streets of Haiti (Ayiti Resurrect, Co-Founded by Penniman).
01:11:00AndreaMiller0noClimate,environment,global warming,people demanding action,musicClimate Action with Russell GreeneThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/31/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/31/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/31/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 31 Jan 2015 20:00:00 GMTREBROADCAST
Host Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
Jacque's guest is Daniel Campos.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,Chicano,polic brutality,White privilege,mass incarcerationThe Chicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/30/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/30/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/30/progressive-conversationFri, 30 Jan 2015 19:00:00 GMT Rev. Glencie Rhedrick is joined by Kristin Cabral on Women: Change Agents.
Kristin Cabral joined the PDA national board in 2013; she is an attorney-activist in Virginia. She has fought for voting rights and fair elections, including seeking to enfranchise people with past felony convictions and helping the Democratic Party with its election protection program in a state of often close elections. She was the Democrat for the U.S. House in 2012 in the swing DC suburbs of Virginia, doing unexpectedly well against an entrenched Republican incumbent on barely any time or money but with an intense field campaign that engaged the grassroots. Kristin, one of the first girls to desegregate Little League in 1974, is a lifetime advocate for women's equality, working with a number of organizations like NOW -VA, and she is from a union family and a supporter of workers. She is one of the first graduates of Head Start and put herself through college (Michigan) and law school (Harvard). Her concerns include the need for a working families agenda which pays heed to childcare issues and student loan debt -- both of which she herself has experienced.
01:06:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/29/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/29/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/29/ending-homelessnessThu, 29 Jan 2015 23:30:00 GMTREBROADCAST
Guests former Rep. Dennis Kucinich, Lynn Lewis and Gregory Payton
Dennis Kucinich was homeless as a child living with his parents in the family car. From 1977-1979 Dennis was Mayor of Cleveland. From 1997 to 2013 he was a Member of the U.S. House.
Lynn Lewis is the Director and past civil rights campaign organizer at Picture the Homeless, one of the few homeless led grass roots organizing initiatives in the U.S. Lynn has worked with Picture the Homeless since it’s founding nearly 15 years ago. Lynn previously worked as the Director of Operations and Development at Community Voices Heard and is a past Board member of the National Coalition for the Homeless, and a founding board member of the Florida Coalition for the Homeless and the Jacksonville Emergency Services Coalition.
Gregory is a social worker who has dedicated his life to speaking for those who can’t speak; standing for those who can’t stand; and fighting for those who can’t fight. Over the last 17 years, he has worked as an Intern, Research Assistant, Residential Monitor, Intake Worker, Outreach Worker, Intake Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Representative, Case Manager, Facilitator, and Counselor for a variety of non-profits and social service agencies and programs that work with the homeless, chemically-dependent, and mentally ill population.
7:30 Ending Mass Criminalization with Dr. Madeline McClenney-Sadler guest Henderson Hill, Executive Director of The Death Penalty Abolition Campaign. In 1995 Mr. Hill founded the Center for Death Penalty Litigation in Durham.
02:01:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/28/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/28/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/28/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 28 Jan 2015 17:30:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Live from the Moral Monday activities at the North Carolina legislature. Rev. Sadler interviews ministers from North Carolina.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics,American politics,culture,demographics,social justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/27/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/27/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/27/agitator-radioTue, 27 Jan 2015 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
This week's topic will be organizing wit Millennials and developing the next generation of activist. Robert's guest will be Bree Newsome.
Bree is the Western North Carolina field organizer for Ignite NC. She is also an organizer and leader in the Charlotte community, organizing primarily around the issue of police brutality. After the murder of Johnathan Ferrell she led the effort to demand justice in his case. She is a co-founder of Stay Up NC, a singer/songwriter and filmmaker. Bree’s films have been shown to national audiences and is known throughout the Charlotte community. A staunch advocate for civil rights and social reform, Newsome was arrested last year during a sit-in at the North Carolina State Capitol where she spoke out against the state’s recent attack on voting rights.
00:47:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioMovement Building with Joel Segalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/27/movement-building-with-joel-segalPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/27/movement-building-with-joel-segal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/27/movement-building-with-joel-segalTue, 27 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Criminal Injustice - The Case of Don Siegelman and Rev. Edward Pinkney
Activists and attorney Burt Wides talk with Joel about the case in Alabama and Benton Harbor, Michigan. Two innocent men are currently being held as politcal prisoners due to judicial misconduct.
Every American deserves the right to a fair trial with an impartial judge and jury.
Burt Wides is a pro bono advocate on a variety of national issues especially the balance of national security vs. civil liberties and human rights. He investigated Dick Chemey's War on Terror, including torture and extraordinary rendition for Congresman John Conyers. He has served as Chief of Staff or senior counsel for 3 US Senators and 2 Congressional committees.
01:41:00AndreaMiller0noGov. Don Siegelman,Joel Segal,Burt Wides,Rev. Edward Pinkney,Benton HarborMovement Building with Joel SegalClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/25/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/25/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/25/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 25 Jan 2015 17:00:00 GMTRussell's guests are Rev. Lennox Yearwood and RL Miller.
Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr., President and CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus, is a minister, community activist and one of the most influential people in Hip Hop political life. He works tirelessly to encourage the Hip Hop generation to utilize its political and social voice.
In 2010 he was named one of the 100 most powerful African Americans by Ebony Magazine, and one of the 10 Game Changers in the Green movement by the Huffington Post. In 2008, Rev Yearwood created the Hip Hop Caucus’ “Respect My Vote!” campaign with celebrity spokespeople T.I. and Keyshia Cole, which turned out record numbers of young people on Election Day.
RL Miller blogs on climate; founded SuperPAC Climate Hawks Vote to elect - and hold accountable - politicians who prioritize the climate challenge; is elected chair of California Democratic Party’s Environmental Caucus; and practices law and keeps chickens. Climate Hawks Vote hatched in June 2014, made 17 endorsements in primaries and general election races in 2014, and won at least 10 - a very positive record made possible through its emphasis on fieldwork rather than big-spending ads.
01:04:00AndreaMiller0noRussell Greene,Climate Hawks,Rev. Lennox Yearwood,Hip Hop Caucus,RL MillerClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/24/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/24/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/24/chicano-chroniclesSat, 24 Jan 2015 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/23/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/23/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/23/progressive-conversationFri, 23 Jan 2015 17:00:00 GMTJust Say'in hosts Mimi Kennedy and Judy Hess interview Michael Lighty, Policy Director, National Nurses United.
01:05:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/22/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/22/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/22/ending-homelessnessThu, 22 Jan 2015 23:30:00 GMTThe show takes an in depth look at the Panhandling. Mitch Ditkoff is the co-founder and President of Idea Champions, a highly acclaimed management consulting and training company, headquartered in Woodstock, NY.
Educated at Lafayette College and Brown University, Mitch has worked with a wide variety of Fortune 500 and mid-sized companies who have realized the need to do something different in order to succeed in today's rapidly changing marketplace. These clients include: GE, Merck, AT&T, Allianz, Lucent Technologies, NBC Universal, Goodyear, A&E Television Networks, General Mills, MTV Networks, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and a host of others.
At the heart of his work lies the fundamental belief that a company's most important capital asset is the collective brain power, creativity and commitment of its work force and that this asset can be significantly leveraged when people are provided with the appropriate setting, systems, tools and techniques to think (and act) out of the box.
In addition to his consulting work, Mitch is also an accomplished keynote speaker and large group workshop facilitator. In 2013 and 2014, he was named one of the TOP FIVE speakers on innovation by one of the leading speaker's bureaus in America.
His widely read blog, The Heart of Innovation, is a daily destination for a global audience of movers and shakers. Additionally, Mitch is the author of the award-winning book, Awake at the Wheel: Getting Your Great Idea Rolling (in an uphill world) and the forthcoming WISDOM AT WORK: How Personal Storytelling Sparks Insight, Inspiration, and Lifelong Innovation.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/21/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/21/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/21/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 21 Jan 2015 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
The Faith community responds to the Presidents State of the Union address.
01:33:00AndreaMiller0noHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics,American politics,culture,demographics,social justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/20/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/20/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/20/agitator-radioTue, 20 Jan 2015 15:00:00 GMTHow can I become involved in my community?
This week’s guest is Romain Stanley. He will discuss his community involvement and share ideas on how individuals with the desire can become active in their community.
Romain Stanley is an Community Relations Specialist and a Social and Civil Justice Activist / Organizer. He has worked with NC not for profit organizations for the past several years in order to raise community awareness and education concerning civil justice issues that directly effect the socio-economic structure of those communities. Romain is the founder of The Cultural Foundation which is a newly developed nonprofit that focuses its efforts on creating funds to be distributed to low income communities and promoting cultural awareness. He is a veteran of the US Air Force and graduate of Campbell University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies majoring in Public Relations and a minor in Management. He is also a single parent father of two and life resident of Fayetteville NC.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/18/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/18/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/18/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 18 Jan 2015 17:00:00 GMT A Conversation with Pennie Opal Plant - The Environment and Indigenous Peoples
Pennie Opal Plant, of Yaqui/Mexican/Choctaw/Cherokee/European ancestry was born and raised under the shadow of the Chevron refinery in Richmond and San Pablo, California. She has been an activist for over 30 years on issues regarding the environment and indigenous peoples. She is one of the founding members of Idle No More SF Bay and Movement Rights with Shannon Biggs. Movement Rights is a new organization working on shifting culture and law to protect people and Mother Earth by working with communities, both domestic and international, to institute democracy where they live. She is also a member of the Bay Area Alliance on the Rights of Nature, and a small business owner in Albany, California.
00:58:00AndreaMiller0no#Russell Greene,Environment,climate change,Climate Change Movement,Penny Opal PlantClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/17/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/17/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/17/chicano-chroniclesSat, 17 Jan 2015 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/16/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/16/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/16/progressive-conversationFri, 16 Jan 2015 18:00:00 GMT Join Executive Producer Andrea Miller with guest co-host Robert Dawkins.
Our special guest is Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04). Rep. Johnson will be discussing his Grand Jury Reform Act legislation along with Stop Militarizing the Police.
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Women: Change Agents with Rev. Glencie Rhedrick - 2pm EST
Rev. Glencie Rhedrick is joined by Ellen Dunbar, Director of the US/Africa Ebola Working Group.
01:57:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/15/ending-homelessness-1Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/15/ending-homelessness-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/15/ending-homelessness-1Thu, 15 Jan 2015 23:30:00 GMTEnding Homelessness Radio host Donald Whitehead discusses: Ending Homelessness, homeless families, homeless veterans, progressive politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Homeless and African American
Donald and his guests explore the lack of support from the African American community on the issue.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/14/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/14/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/14/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 14 Jan 2015 17:30:00 GMTThis is a REBROADCAST. Host Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more! Join Rev. Sadler and his fellow ministers Rev. William Barber and Rev. Terence Dicks.
With Moral Mondays, Rev. Barber has channeled the pent-up frustration of North Carolinians who were shocked by how quickly their state had been transformed into a laboratory for conservative policies. "He believed we needed to kind of burst this bubble of 'There's nothing we can do for two years until the next election,'" explains Al McSurely, a longtime NAACP organizer. But what may be most notable about Barber's new brand of civil rights activism is how he's taken a partisan fight and presented it as an issue that transcends party or race—creating a more sustained pushback against Republican overreach than anywhere else in the country.
Rev. Barber fears that Republican lawmakers' efforts to expand private-school vouchers will resegregate the very schools his parents worked to integrate. As NAACP president, he helped pass legislation establishing same-day voter registration and expanding death penalty appeals—bills that Republicans repealed in the last legislative session.
01:32:00AndreaMiller0noHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics,American politics,culture,demographics,social justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/13/agitator-radio-1Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/13/agitator-radio-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/13/agitator-radio-1Tue, 13 Jan 2015 15:30:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive, politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
This weeks guest is Gerrick Brenner. Gerrick is the Executive Director of Progress NC which promotes public policies that make NC a fairer, healthier, more equitable state by advocating solutions to critical community problems.
Gerrick will be discussing the formal ethics complaint the organization filed yesterday against NC Gov. Pat McCrory
00:34:00AndreaMiller0no@AgitatorRadio,#Robert Dawkins,#North Carolina,#racial equality,#social justiceAgitator RadioMovement Building with Joel Segalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/13/movement-building-with-joel-segalPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/13/movement-building-with-joel-segal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/13/movement-building-with-joel-segalTue, 13 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMTJoel Segal speaks with Ashleigh Green from the Charlotte Activist Collective about President Obama's plan for free college tuition.
01:32:00AndreaMiller0noJoel Segal,Charlotte Activist Collective,Ashleigh Green,free college tuition,community collegeMovement Building with Joel SegalClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/11/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/11/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/11/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 11 Jan 2015 17:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Russell Greene
Rebroadcast No Calls Today
Gwynne Taraska (Center for American Progress) joined us last week from Lima, Peru as the Conference of Parties began. She’ll join us again this Sunday to discuss the outcomes. Gwynne has expertise in natural gas issues, including the climate implications of LNG exports and natural gas in electricity sector. She also has expertise in international climate negotiations and market mechanisms for climate. She has a Ph.D. from the University of Washington, where she specialized in non-classical logics.
L. Hunter Lovins, award winning voice in sustainable business and regenerative economics. Can business be part of the solution to the climate crisis? Hunter is President of Natural Capitalism Solutions (NCS) a Colorado non-profit that educates senior decision makers in the business case for a Regenerative Economy. Trained as a sociologist and lawyer (JD), Hunter is a professor of sustainable business management at Bard College, and Denver University; and the chief insurgent of the Madrone Project. Named a Master at the Chinese De Tao Academy, she recently helped launch the Institute for Green Investment in Shanghai.
Emily Wurth, Food and Water Watch's Water Program Director, and a regular at PDA's Progressive Round Tables in Washington, DC will discuss Rep. Mark Pocan's new legislation to protect public lands from fracking. Emily conducts research and promotes policies at the local, state and federal level to help protect the nation’s water systems as public assets, and to safeguard the country’s water resources. Emily has a B.A. in international studies and a Master of Public Health degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She can be reached at ewurth@fwwatch.org
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,Earth GuardiansClimate Action With Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/10/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/10/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/10/chicano-chroniclesSat, 10 Jan 2015 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
Jacque's guest today is Daniel Campos
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesJust Sayin with Mimi Kennedy and Judy Hesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/09/just-sayin-with-mimi-kennedy-and-judy-hessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/09/just-sayin-with-mimi-kennedy-and-judy-hess/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/09/just-sayin-with-mimi-kennedy-and-judy-hessFri, 09 Jan 2015 17:00:00 GMTTodays theme is, "If You Can't Beat Them, Imprison Them."
Hosts Mimi Kennedy and Judy Hess discuss issues including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Judy and Mimi discuss the upcoming California Democratic Party Convention, the assmebly delegate elections, and how the grass roots can get involved.
Special guest Dana Siegelman discusses new developments in the case of her father, former Alabama Governor Don Siegelman--sent to prison for daring to oppose the right wing political machine.
Also, Judy and Mimi provide updates in the case of Rev. Pinckney--prosecuted and persecuted for standing up against the corporatist political machine in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noprogressive politics,American politics,culture,demographics,social justiceJust Sayin with Mimi Kennedy and Judy HessAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/06/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/06/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/06/agitator-radioTue, 06 Jan 2015 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive, politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
My guest’s this week are Dolly and Tony Griggs whose son Christian was brutally killed by his father in law and is not being brought to justice by the local Harnett County NC police.
Mrs. Griggs released the following statement: Pat Chisenhall brutally killed my son and no criminal charges have been brought against him. I truly believe that without strong public pressure, public officials will allow my son's death to go barely investigated and unpunished. It's been more than 14 months since Christian was killed, and due to cronyism and racial bias, law enforcement and the Harnett County District Attorney have refused to hold my son's killer accountable.
Will you join me in calling on state and federal officials to ensure due process, rigorously investigate my son's death and bring his killer to justice?
Please sign the following petition: http://iam.colorofchange.org/petitions/justice-for-christian-griggs-1
00:47:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/04/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/04/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/04/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 04 Jan 2015 17:00:00 GMTClimate Action With Russell Greene
Understanding the Fifth UN IPCC Predicament and Response
The Fifth Assessment Report (AR5) of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) was finalized in 2014.
Join me with my guest Atmospheric Scientist Peter Kalmus this Sunday to discuss what the report tells us and how we each may choose to respond.
Peter Kalmus is an atmospheric scientist studying the role of clouds in global warming. After graduating from Harvard with a physics degree, he worked for four years as a computer programmer on Wall Street before returning to science and earning his PhD in physics from Columbia University. After five years as an astrophysicist at Caltech, he switched fields into atmospheric science.
Being the father of two young boys motivates him to explore how we can appropriately respond -- as individuals -- to the massive problem of global warming. One of the many things he's done is to almost completely stop burning fossil fuels himself, by examining his own life and replacing fossil-fueled activities with bicycling, driving on veggie oil, remote participation in meetings, and a fossil-fuel-free diet. He calls this ongoing process of self-examination and self-change "be-cycling," and he says it makes him happier.
01:15:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,Earth GuardiansClimate Action With Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/03/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/03/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/03/chicano-chroniclesSat, 03 Jan 2015 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses: progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/02/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/02/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2015/01/02/progressive-conversationFri, 02 Jan 2015 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
Our guest tomorrow is Valencia Mohammed, leader of PDA in the District of Columbia.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/31/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/31/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/31/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 31 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMTRebroadcast
Host Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Dr. Joerg Rieger is Wendland-Cook Professor of Constructive Theology at Perkins School of Theology, SMU.
For more than two decades Joerg Rieger has worked to bring together theology and the struggles for justice and liberation that mark our age. His work addresses the relation of theology to public life, using tools from cultural studies, critical theory, and religious studies, and reflecting on the misuse of power in religion, politics, and economics. His main interest is in movements and developments that bring about change and the positive contributions of religion.
Known for his prolific and visionary writing, his books include Religion, Theology, and Class (2013), Occupy Religion: Theology of the Multitude (with Kwok Pui-lan, 2012), Grace under Pressure (2011, Portuguese transl.), Traveling (2011, Portuguese transl.), Globalization and Theology (2010), No Rising Tide: Theology, Economics, and the Future (2009), Christ and Empire: From Paul to Postcolonial Times (2007, German and Portuguese transl.); Opting for the Margins: Postmodernity and Liberation in Christian Theology (ed., 2003); God and the Excluded: Visions and Blindspots in Contemporary Theology (2001); and Remember the Poor: The Challenge to Theology in the Twenty-First Century (1998, Portuguese transl.).
A volume that he co-authored with Brazilian theologian Jung Mo Sung and Argentinian theologian Nestor Miguez, titled Beyond the Spirit of Empire: New Perspectives in Politics and Religion, was published in 2009 (Portuguese and Spanish translations).
01:15:00AndreaMiller0noHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics,American politics,culture,demographics,social justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/30/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/30/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/30/agitator-radioTue, 30 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Robert's guest is North Carolina State Rep. Rodney Moore. Rep. Rodney Moore is the NC State Representative for the 99th district. His district represents Charlotte NC. Rep. Moore is introducing an extensive anti profiling bill the provides protection to the black, undocumented, and LGBTQ communities. His bill will require new training requirements on police officers, data collection from al law enforcement agencies and allow municipalities to establish Citizen Oversight Boards for their police departments.
00:59:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/26/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/26/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/26/progressive-conversationFri, 26 Dec 2014 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
Our guest this afternoon is documentary filmaker, Steve Wimberly. Steve is talking about his latest project Killing Atticus Finch a film about Alabama Governor Don Siegelman.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationChristmas Eve Solidarity with Rev. Pinkneyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/24/christmas-eve-solidarity-with-rev-pinkneyPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/24/christmas-eve-solidarity-with-rev-pinkney/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/24/christmas-eve-solidarity-with-rev-pinkneyWed, 24 Dec 2014 22:00:00 GMTDecember 15, 2014 should go down as the day when criminal injustice reigned supreme. Rev. Edward Pinkney was sentenced to 2.5 to 10 years in prison for alleged election fraud and Gov. Don Siegelman was denied his freedom while waiting for his appeal hearing on January 13th.
Ben Ptashnik and Andrea Miller speak with activists and supporters of Rev. Edward Pinkney and former Alabama Governor Don Siegelman.
This Christmas Reverend Pinkney will not be home with his family. He has been sentenced for up to 10 years in Prison on trumped up political charges because he has stood up to the 1% against the Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor.
He is in effect a political prisoner. Please stand in solidarity with Rev Pinkney and his wife Dorothy.
Don Siegelman was the extremely popular Democratic Governor of Alabama; there was talk that he could be a contender in the 2004 Presidential primary and stop the Republican takeover of the South. Karl Rove and his operatives knew they had to stop Don Siegelman and they went to extraordinary lengths to destroy his career.
Call-in and join the conversation at PDA RADIO
02:02:00AndreaMiller0noAmerican politics,culture,demographics,social justice,economic justiceChristmas Eve Solidarity with Rev. PinkneyAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/23/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/23/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/23/agitator-radioTue, 23 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive, politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Robert is joined by activists working to Free Rev. Edward Pinkney of Benton Harbor. Rev. Pinkney was charged with 5 counts of election fraud for allegedly changing dates on petition signatures by an all-white jury. No evidence, no witnesses were presented yet Rev. Pinkney was convicted and sentenced to between 2.5 and 10 years for something that would normally not be a crime. When there is a question about the validity of petition signatures, typically the signatures are simply not counted.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/21/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/21/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/21/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 21 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMTSuzanne Goldenberg is the US environment correspondent of the Guardian and is based in Washington DC. She has won several awards for her work in the Middle East, and in 2003 covered the US invasion of Iraq from Baghdad. She is author of Madam President, about Hillary Clinton's historic run for White House.
Nick Fillmore, An award-winning investigative reporter and a founder of the Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ). One of the founders of Canadian Journalists for Free Expression (CJFE), he was involved in helping press freedom organizations in developing countries for several years. Now based in Toronto,
David Braun is a co-founder of Americans Against Fracking and New Yorkers Against Fracking, and has recently relocated back to his home state of California to fight fracking where he’s working with Californians Against Fracking, a coalition of over 150 organizations fighting for a ban. While in New York, David founded and worked with several anti-fracking groups including United for Action, Sane Energy Project, among others. Previously, he was the grassroots coordinator for the films, GASLAND and GASLAND II.
Mark Schlosberg is Food & Water Watch's National Organizing Director, and is responsible for developing strategies for their national campaigns and managing the Organizing Department. Mark has been with Food & Water Watch since 2008. He spearheaded the development of their organizing strategy on fracking and played a lead role in forming Americans Against Fracking as well as the development of Food & Water Watch’s work to build state based coalitions.
01:09:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,Earth GuardiansClimate Action With Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/20/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/20/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/20/chicano-chroniclesSat, 20 Dec 2014 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses: progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:29:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/19/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/19/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/19/progressive-conversationFri, 19 Dec 2014 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
John Bonifaz is the Co-Founder and President of Free Speech For People. Mr. Bonifaz previously served as the Executive Director and then General Counsel of the National Voting Rights Institute, an organization he founded in 1994, and as the Legal Director of Voter Action, a national election integrity organization. Mr. Bonifaz has been at the forefront of key voting rights battles in the country for more than two decades: pioneering a series of court challenges, applying political equality principles, that have helped to redefine the campaign finance question as a basic voting rights issue of our time; initiating and leading a legal strategy for revisiting Buckley v. Valeo in the courts; leading the fight in the federal courts in Ohio for a recount of the 2004 presidential vote in that state; and prevailing in federal court in Pennsylvania on the eve of the 2008 election to ensure that Pennsylvania voters would receive emergency paper ballots when they faced long lines caused by voting machine breakdowns. In addition to his work in the field of voting rights and democracy advocacy, Mr. Bonifaz has also served as co-counsel in international human rights and environmental litigation, including litigation to hold the Chevron-Texaco oil company accountable for its widespread destruction of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Mr. Bonifaz is a 1992 cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School and a 1999 recipient of a MacArthur Foundation Fellowship.
Andrea Miller will be joined by Rev. Glencie Rhedrick who will introduce her new show Women: Change Agents
02:01:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/18/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/18/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/18/ending-homelessnessThu, 18 Dec 2014 23:30:00 GMTREBROADCAST - 9/25/2014 Episode
People Demanding Action on Ending Homelessness with Donald Whitehead
Donald Whitehead is one of the country’s leading voices on homelessness. Over the last 20 years, he has advocated for and provided direct service to people experiencing homelessness. He was the Executive Director of The National Coalition for the Homelesss, and President of the Board. He is currently on the Board of Directors. He will welcome leaders, activists, celebrities, and elected officials to discuss ways to address the problem of involuntary homelessness in America. He welcomes Barbara Duffield and Evangelist L. Michelle Bush to this show.
Barbara Duffield is the Director of Policy and Programs for the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth (NAEHCY)--a national grassroots membership association dedicated to ensuring the schoolastic success of homeless children and youth. Ms. Duffield works closely with educators, service providers, federal agencies and Congressional offices to strengthen policy and practice for homeless children and youth.
Evangelist L. Michelle Bush was born, raised, and educated in Washington DC and Prince George’s County. She studied Accounting, Psychology & Christian Counseling at the Washington Bible College & Seminary. Bush obtained foundational biblical instruction at Calvary Bible Instituteand is one of the country's leading career training & transition experts. She has more than 19 years of progressive professional experience in Operations & Finance, Training & Recruitment, Curriculum Design, and Program Management. She is the President & Founder of Live It, Inc., and Principal of Princess Street East, LLC.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/17/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/17/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/17/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 17 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Rev. Sadler is joined by the world renowned Christian activist and author Ched Myers. Ched is the author of "Binding the Strongman" and "The Biblical Vision of Sabbath Economics" among other texts and is at the forefront of thinking on the ways that our economy can better reflect the mandates of Scripture. I will also be joined by two of my guests from the last couple of weeks. Jason Williams of "Little Tree" and Greg Jarrell of "Family Tree" (both intentional Christian communities in NC) will share time with me and engage in the larger conversation with Ched. In addition to the issue of moral economic practices, I would like to engage over the issues of race and what we can do to address this issue in our society.
Movement Building with Joel Segal
Joel is joined by Ben Ptashnik discussing the Rev. Edward Pinkney arrest and sentencing.
01:33:00AndreaMiller0noAmerican politics,culture,demographics,social justice,economic justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/16/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/16/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/16/agitator-radioTue, 16 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Robert's guest is Ellen Dunbar. Ellen Dunbar is Director of the US-Africa Ebola Working Group and President of Miss Africa Foundation, a DC-based non-profit organization created to improve the quality of life of the underprivileged, with emphasis on advancing healthcare, education and economic empowerment. Dunbar received personal requests from the Ambassadors of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone to help fight the deadly Ebola virus, requests which, under the guardianship of Joel Segal, resulted in partnering with some of the most powerful activists, philanthropists and lobbyists to form the U.S.-Africa Ebola Working Group.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/14/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/14/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/14/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 14 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMT Climate Action With Russell Greene.
This week, Russell welcomes:
Gwynne Taraska of the Center for American Progress who joined us last week from Lima, Peru as the Conference of Parties was set to begin. She’ll join us again this Sunday to discuss the outcomes. Gwynne has expertise in natural gas issues, including the climate implications of LNG exports and the use of natural gas in the U.S. electricity sector. She also has expertise in international climate negotiations and recently has focused on market mechanisms for climate adaptation. She has a Ph.D. from the University of Washington, where she specialized in non-classical logics.
L. Hunter Lovins is an award winning voice in sustainable business and regenerative economics. Can business be part of the solution to the climate crisis? Hunter is President of Natural Capitalism Solutions (NCS) a Colorado non-profit that educates senior decision makers in the business case for a Regenerative Economy. Trained as a sociologist and lawyer (JD), Hunter is a professor of sustainable business management at Bard College, and Denver University; and the chief insurgent of the Madrone Project. Named a Master at the Chinese De Tao Academy, she recently helped launch the Institute for Green Investment in Shanghai.
Emily Wurth, Food and Water Watch's Water Program Director. She's a regular participant at PDA's Progressive Round Tables in Washington, DC. She will discuss Rep. Mark Pocan's new legislation to protect public lands from fracking. Emily conducts research and promotes policies at the local, state and federal level to help protect the nation’s water systems as public assets, and to safeguard the country’s water resources. Emily has a B.A. in international studies and a Master of Public Health degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She can be reached at ewurth(at)fwwatch(dot)org.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,green jobsClimate Action With Russell GreeneProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/12/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/12/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/12/progressive-conversationFri, 12 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMTJoin us for the first episode of Just Sayin' hosted by Mimi Kennedy and Judy Hess.
Andrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
We are joined by Rev. Rodney Sadler and Rev. Prince Decker on the upcoming International Ebola Prayer Vigil being held this weekend.
02:01:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/11/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/11/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/11/ending-homelessnessThu, 11 Dec 2014 23:30:00 GMTCarmela J. DeCandia, Psy.D. - Director, The National Center on Family Homelessness
Dr. Carmela DeCandia is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialties in trauma, child and adolescent development, program development, and assessment. Throughout her career, she has worked with underserved populations, including young parents and children and families experiencing homelessness and trauma as well as those involved in the child welfare system. She has spent more than 20 years in roles that include service delivery, program management, clinical director, and vice president. She spent over a decade at St. Mary's Center for Women and Children in Dorchester, MA, working with families experiencing homelessness and trauma to achieve residential and economic stability, educational advancement, and emotional well-being. Dr. DeCandia has worked as a school psychologist in an inner-city charter school in Boston, MA, conducting school-based assessments. She has also taught as adjunct faculty at Lesley University about understanding trauma in the lives of children and adolescents and using play to assess and treat young children. Dr. DeCandia received a Master of Psychology from Boston University, a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University New England, and a mastery certificate in Global Mental Health from the Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/10/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/10/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/10/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 10 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMT Host Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
This week's guests are Valerie Hugsy Bridgeman, Rev. Dr. Sam Nixon and Greg Jarrell. The panel will discuss the crises going on in Ferguson and on Staten Island. What does this say about race relations in America? What should the religious community be doing in response to it? What are the theological lessons that we could learn from the situation? What should we do as those who preach, and teach, and work as activist in the Christian community? What are the root concerns undergirding these issues?
Valerie Bridgeman is visiting professor of Homiletics and Hebrew Bible at Methodist Theological School in (sic) Ohio. She is a peace activist and advocate for human rights, and was inducted into the 2010 class of Martin Luther King, Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College. She will become full time faculty at the school this coming fall.
Rev. Edward Pinkney of Benton Harbor joins Rev. Sadler to talk about how Whirlpool Corporation is attempting to silence him. Rev. Pinkney has been charged with election fraud and is facing a 46 year sentence.
Rev. Sadler will also be joined by Ellen Dunbar and Mohammed Konkarra of the US/Africa Ebola Working Group to talk about the International Weekend of Prayer and Action Against Ebola.
01:33:00AndreaMiller0noAmerican politics,culture,demographics,social justice,economic justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/09/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/09/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/09/agitator-radioTue, 09 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio host Robert Dawkins discusses progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
REBROADCAST: Agitator Radio with Host Robert Dawkins: Get to know Greenpeace
Robert will interview Hanna Mitchell, a Field Organizer with Greenpeace in Charlotte, N.C. She is passionate about the intersection of environmental and social justice issues; and she works to bring cleaner, cheaper, and safer energy options to North Carolina communities.
Greenpeace is the largest independent direct-action environmental organization in the world. Greenpeace defends the natural world and promotes peace by investigating, exposing, and confronting environmental abuse, championing environmentally responsible solutions, and advocating for the rights and well-being of all people.
00:56:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/07/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/07/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/07/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 07 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMT People Demanding Action (PDA) Climate Radio with Russell Greene
Join Russell and Dr. Gwynne Taraska as they discuss the objectives and potential for the climate summit in Lima, Peru. Russell and Professor Isabella Velicogna will also discuss the melting glaciers in West Antarctica. Then, Steve Andrews will join Russell to discuss big-energy-picture issues.
Dr. Gwynne Taraska--Senior Policy Advisor, Center for American Progress--specializes in U.S. and international climate and energy policy for American Progress. She is also the research director of the Institute for Philosophy and Public Policy at George Mason University. Dr. Taraska has expertise in natural gas issues, including the climate implications of LNG exports and the use of natural gas in the U.S. electricity sector. She also has expertise in international climate negotiations and recently has focused on market mechanisms for climate adaptation. She earned a Ph.D. from the University of Washington.
Prof. Isabella Velicogna--Associate Professor, Earth System Science, University of California, Irvine, School of Physical Sciences--is a Senior Scientist with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Prof. Velicogna has also been an Adjunct Professor, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Science (CIRES), University of Colorado and an Adjunct Professor, National Institute of Oceanography and Experimental Geophysics. She earned a Ph.D. from the University of Trieste, Italy, 1999, in Applied Geophysics.
Steve Andrews co-founded the Association for the Study of Peak Oil-USA (ASPO-USA), a non-profit, non-partisan education organization. He has been publicly speaking about big-energy-picture issues since 1996. He advised utilities, builders, architects, home owners, cities, state agencies, and public TV. He taught university-level classes, wrote 400 articles, columns, and technical reports for Dept. of Energy, etc
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,green jobsClimate Action With Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/06/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/06/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/06/chicano-chroniclesSat, 06 Dec 2014 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses: progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization,
00:59:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/05/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/05/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/05/progressive-conversationFri, 05 Dec 2014 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
Guests are Jeanne Dauray, PDA Issue Team Coordinator and Rev. Glencie Rhedrick host of a show on poverty in America.
Jeanne led the battle in Illinois for the Equal Rights Amendment. We will discuss how the Equal Rights Amendment can be a major vehicle to reduce poverty for women and children.
Rev. Glencie Rhedrick works with poor women and children in North Carolina.
01:29:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/04/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/04/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/04/ending-homelessnessThu, 04 Dec 2014 23:30:00 GMTDonald Brooks became homeless after twenty-five years of government service which included nine years with the DC Fire Dept.(receiving) the bronze medal of Valor for the Air Florida Crash, nine years at the National Institute of Health, four years with the US Army as an Operation Room Specialist( Medic) and numerous other government jobs and agencies. He became a homeless advocate after my experience with homeless. He sold and wrote for Street Sense(which is a homeless driven newspaper sold daily), Donald has been a member of the National Coalition for the Homeless( a member of the Faceless Speaker Bureau) and later became a board member of the DC Interagency Council on Homeless for three connective appointments. He also involve with youth, veteran, LB&GT and other members of the homeless population. He has worked and volunteered countless hours with these different organizations and individuals who are engaged with this group of society members who are and still being affected by this status of homeless. He is now an outreach worker/specialist who reaches out to veterans who need housing and rental assistance.
U.S Army veteran Taisha Encarnacion embraces her calling to help others. Volunteering and sharing her story with others is how she loves to spread hope. Her purpose is to encourage others to have the will power to be successful through hard work. Taisha is an uplifting motivational speaker who brings real life problems to the table and the choice to change your situation. Taisha and her husband Ben have overcome many obstacles with their four children, Tatiana 15, Elsy 9, Benjamin 8 and Gabriel 5. At this time they reside in their Habitat for Humanity home and Ben has been blessed to work for the organization.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/03/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/03/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/03/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 03 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Guests this week will be Jason Williams of the Little Tree Farm and Retreat Center in Lincolnton North Carolina and Jonathan Wilson Hartgrove of the Rutba House in Durham North Carolina. Our conversation will discuss everything from intentional Christian communities as a means of demonstrating a different way of being true to our Christian virtues in our contemporary age. We will explore notions of Christian hospitality. We will also discuss the way that this movement attends to racial and class disparities in inner-city and in poor rural communities.
Rev. Jason Williams joined Mecklenburg Ministries in May 2012. He earned his Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Education from West Virginia University and a M.Div. from Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond (VA). Jason is affiliated with the Alliance of Baptists and the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of North Carolina. A native North Carolinian, Jason currently lives in Lincolnton, NC with his wife, Joanie, and two daughters. Jason also has two grown adopted sons. Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove is a celebrated spiritual writer and sought-after speaker. A native of North Carolina, he is a graduate of Eastern University and Duke Divinity School.
Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove is a celebrated spiritual writer and sought-after speaker. A native of North Carolina, he is a graduate of Eastern University and Duke Divinity School. He lives with his family at the Rutba House, a Christian community and house of hospitality, in Durham, North Carolina, where he directs School for Conversion.
01:33:00AndreaMiller0noAmerican politics,culture,demographics,social justice,economic justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/02/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/02/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/12/02/agitator-radioTue, 02 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio with host Robert Dawkins
Robert discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Jim Duffet, Health Care Justice Advocate will speak about the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid Expansion.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/30/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/30/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/30/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 30 Nov 2014 17:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action Radio with Russell Greene--Rebroadcast
Join Russell and his guests: Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and Itzcuauhtli Martinez.
Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is a fourteen-year-old indigenous environmental activist and youth rapper. He is the Youth Director of Earth Guardians and has organized rallies, actions, demonstrations and events globally. Today, he will join us to discuss the Earth Guardians' Climate Silence Strike. See: www.earthguardians.org
Xiuhtezcatl’s younger brother and rapping partner, 11-year-old Itzcuauhtli Martinez took a vow of silence to demand leaders take action on climate change. We will explore the intensity of that commitment and how we can all play a part to ensure his silence is thunderous. See: www.climatesilencenow.org
01:04:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,Earth GuardiansClimate Action With Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/29/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/29/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/29/chicano-chroniclesSat, 29 Nov 2014 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses: progressive politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization,
01:29:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/28/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/28/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/28/progressive-conversationFri, 28 Nov 2014 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
Make DC the 51st State - Support Statehood
Our guests today are two Statehood Activists Valencia Mohammed and Evanna Powell. Valencia moved to Washington, D.C. in January, 1981 to become one of the most outspoken women for the rights of poor Black men, women and children.
Valencia decided to launch a citywide campaign to remove all such derogatory, inaccurate and insensitive books and materials from the school libraries and classrooms. The campaign was a success.
This led to one of her biggest triumphs by becoming one of the first elected Muslim women in the country. She served one term as an at-large member on the D.C. Board of Education from 1992 to 1996. Valencia also ran for the city council unsuccessfully. Currently, she is the field director for the Leo Alexander for DC mayor campaign and a member of Parent Watch, Inc., a non-profit organization that empowers and informs parents how to access the system to obtain services that can assist in the total development of their families
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/27/ending-homelessness-1Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/27/ending-homelessness-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/27/ending-homelessness-1Thu, 27 Nov 2014 23:30:00 GMTGuests former Rep. Dennis Kucinich, Lynn Lewis and Gregory Payton
Dennis Kucinich was homeless as a child living with his parents in the family car. From 1977-1979 Dennis was Mayor of Cleveland. From 1997 to 2013 he was a Member of the U.S. House.
Lynn Lewis is the Director and past civil rights campaign organizer at Picture the Homeless, one of the few homeless led grass roots organizing initiatives in the U.S. Lynn has worked with Picture the Homeless since it’s founding nearly 15 years ago. Lynn previously worked as the Director of Operations and Development at Community Voices Heard and is a past Board member of the National Coalition for the Homeless, and a founding board member of the Florida Coalition for the Homeless and the Jacksonville Emergency Services Coalition.
Gregory is a social worker who has dedicated his life to speaking for those who can’t speak; standing for those who can’t stand; and fighting for those who can’t fight. Over the last 17 years, he has worked as an Intern, Research Assistant, Residential Monitor, Intake Worker, Outreach Worker, Intake Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Representative, Case Manager, Facilitator, and Counselor for a variety of non-profits and social service agencies and programs that work with the homeless, chemically-dependent, and mentally ill population.
02:01:00AndreaMiller0noDonald Whitehead,Dennis Kucinich,Lynn Lewis,homeless,Gregory PaytonEnding HomelessnessAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/25/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/25/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/25/agitator-radioTue, 25 Nov 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio with Host Robert Dawkins
Robert discusses: progressive politics, race relations, American politics, African American, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, American history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, labor, labor organizing, organized labor, North Carolina, community action, community organization, and more!
Robert's guest today is Rev. Charles White, National Field Director for National Action Network. The right to equal justice under the law should not be conditional or based upon a person’s color or economic status. Over the last two decades NAN has been in the vanguard of the movement to bring such equality to every community that has been unfairly treated. Using the principles of non-violent direct action and civil disobedience NAN has helped to level the field and ensure a measure of justice for those who would abuse their status or seek to dispense justice based upon race or other illegal factors. Racial profiling, stop and frisk policing and police brutality were standard practice in many communities just 20 years ago. NAN has successfully changed that paradigm by ensuring that those who violate the law are brought to justice.
00:44:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,Robert Dawkins,progressive,politics,race relationsAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/23/climate-action-with-russell-greenePoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/23/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/23/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 23 Nov 2014 17:00:00 GMTClimate Action With Russell Greene Special Guest Tim DeChristopher
episode originally broadcast 10/19/2014
Nearly a month after the historic People’s Climate March in NYC, what’s next? Tim and Russell will discuss the week of actions scheduled in Washington DC November 1-7 — Beyond Extreme Energy.
Rev. Lennox Yearwood and Tim DeChristopher wrote a letter endorsing the Beyond Extreme Energy (BXE) actions in November.
"The power demonstrated on the streets of New York was a signal that we are big enough and strong enough to take our government out of the grip of the fossil fuel industry. Without question we need to step it up and organize campaigns and actions that are at the scale and boldness needed, including multi-day direct action at specific targets.”
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,Earth GuardiansClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/22/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/22/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/22/chicano-chroniclesSat, 22 Nov 2014 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio will discuss progressive, politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
01:31:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/21/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/21/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/21/progressive-conversationFri, 21 Nov 2014 18:00:00 GMTAndrea Miller, Terence Dicks, progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, social change, candidates, elections, policy, Congress, and more!
James Kilgore is an educator, writer and activist based in Urbana IL. He has written widely on issues dealing with mass incarceration and has been involved in community struggles to oppose jail building, fight racial profiling, ban the box and to build a local reentry program. He is the author of three published novels, all of which were drafted during his six and a half years in prison. His forthcoming book is Understanding and Ending Mass Incarceration: A Primer, to be published by The New Press in 2015.
01:09:00AndreaMiller0noAndrea Miller,Terence Dicks,progressive politics,American politics,cultureProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/20/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/20/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/20/ending-homelessnessThu, 20 Nov 2014 23:30:00 GMT Ending Homelessness Radio host Donald Whitehead discusses Ending Homelessness, homeless families, homeless veterans, progressive politics, demographics, social justice, economic justice, justice, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Frank Paul Pontillo is Co-Pastor with REMAR USA, an arm of Remar International an international Christian Ministry that operates in 70 countries. They provide rehabilitation homes and farms to house and help persons suffering with drug and alcohol addictions and other problems such as homelessness. Remar International also runs a network of orphanages throuout the world. Remar USA holds a weekly Sunday service in Fort Lauderdale and serves a free meal to the homeless and poor afterwords. The staff from Remar USA comes each week to transport persons that want to join our longterm rehabilitation program.Frank is intimately involved with the Fort Lauderdale downtown communities homeless on a daily basis and also minister to the men in the Remar rehabilitation program.
Laura Hansen has served as the C.E.O. of the Coalition to End Homelessness since 1996. The Coalition currently operates a drop-in center for chronically homeless people in greater Fort Lauderdale known as “The Yellow House”. Laura also serves on the Board of Directors for the National Coalition for the Homeless in D.C., the Living Wage Board of Broward County and the local EFSP Board.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noEnding Homelessness Radio,Donald Whitehead,Ending Homelessness,Homelessness,homeless familiesEnding HomelessnessThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/19/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/19/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/19/the-politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 19 Nov 2014 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler discusses Politics of Faith including progressive politics, American politics, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, history, society, social change, community action, community organization, and more!
Dr. Sadler's guest is Rev. Dr. Richard Boyce who is the former Democratic mayor of the Republican town of Belmont,NC. We will talk about issues related to clergy serving in Seminary.
01:23:00AndreaMiller0noAmerican politics,culture,demographics,social justice,economic justiceThe Politics of Faith with Rev. Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/18/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/18/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/18/agitator-radioTue, 18 Nov 2014 15:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio with Host Robert Dawkins.
Robert welcomes Cindy Foster, the Legislative Director for the Charlotte APWU Local 375 and Vice President of the North Carolina PIEDMONT Chapter A. Philip Randolph institute, Cindy has been a Labor Organizer and Social Justice Organizer for many years and has tirelessly lobbied on behalf of the residents of North Carolina.
00:51:00AndreaMiller0noAgitator Radio,American Postal Workers Union,Cindy Foster,Robert Dawkins,progressiveAgitator RadioClimate Action With Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/16/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/16/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/16/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 16 Nov 2014 17:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action Radio with Russell Greene
Join Russell and his guests: Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and tzcuauhtli Martinez
Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is a fourteen-year-old indigenous environmental activist and youth rapper. He is the Youth Director of Earth Guardians and has organized rallies, actions, demonstrations and events globally. Today, he will join us to discuss the Earth Guardians' Climate Silence Strike. See: www.earthguardians.org
Xiuhtezcatl’s younger brother and rapping partner, 11-year-old Itzcuauhtli Martinez took a vow of silence to demand leaders take action on climate change. We will explore the intensity of that commitment and how we can all play a part to ensure his silence is thunderous. See: www.climatesilencenow.org
01:04:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,climate change,environment,environmental,Xiuhtezcatl MartinezClimate Action With Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/15/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/15/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/15/chicano-chroniclesSat, 15 Nov 2014 20:00:00 GMT Host Jacque DelRio will discuss explosive, essential issues and controversies including: progressive, politics, race relations, american politics, chicano, hispanic, latino, african american, culture, demographics, social justice, economic justice, racial disparity, justice, law enforcement, american history, society, social change, law enforcement, police, police brutality, community action, community organization, and more!
00:02:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,progressive,politics,race relations,american politicsChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversation with Rio Tazwellhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/14/progressive-conversation-with-rio-tazwellPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/14/progressive-conversation-with-rio-tazwell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/14/progressive-conversation-with-rio-tazwellFri, 14 Nov 2014 18:00:00 GMT Hosts Rev. Terence Dicks and Mike Hersh talk with Rio Tazewell about the Democracy for All Amendment and how it will get money out of politics.
Rio Tazewell is the Government by the People campaign coordinator at People For the American Way (PFAW). In his role he coordinates with other organizations to raise awareness about the importance of getting big money out of politics.
PDA and PFAW supports a range of policy solutions to address this problem, including a constitutional amendment to overturn Supreme Court decisions such as Citizens United v FEC. His position of campaign coordinator consists of coalition organizing, legislative advocacy and strategic communication. PFAW is a progressive advocacy group based in Washington, DC.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRio Tazwell,People for the American Way,Democracy for All Amendment,HJ Res 119,SJ Res 19Progressive Conversation with Rio TazwellEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/13/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/13/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/13/ending-homelessnessThu, 13 Nov 2014 23:30:00 GMTDonald Brooks became homeless after twenty-five years of government service which included nine years with the DC Fire Dept.(receiving) the bronze medal of Valor for the Air Florida Crash, nine years at the National Institute of Health, four years with the US Army as an Operation Room Specialist( Medic) and numerous other government jobs and agencies. He became a homeless advocate after my experience with homeless. He sold and wrote for Street Sense(which is a homeless driven newspaper sold daily), Donald has been a member of the National Coalition for the Homeless( a member of the Faceless Speaker Bureau) and later became a board member of the DC Interagency Council on Homeless for three connective appointments. He also involve with youth, veteran, LB&GT and other members of the homeless population. He has worked and volunteered countless hours with these different organizations and individuals who are engaged with this group of society members who are and still being affected by this status of homeless. He is now an outreach worker/specialist who reaches out to veterans who need housing and rental assistance.
U.S Army veteran Taisha Encarnacion embraces her calling to help others. Volunteering and sharing her story with others is how she loves to spread hope. Her purpose is to encourage others to have the will power to be successful through hard work. Taisha is an uplifting motivational speaker who brings real life problems to the table and the choice to change your situation. Taisha and her husband Ben have overcome many obstacles with their four children, Tatiana 15, Elsy 9, Benjamin 8 and Gabriel 5. At this time they reside in their Habitat for Humanity home and Ben has been blessed to work for the organization.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noDonald Whitehead,homeless,Donald Brooks,Taisha Encarnacio,homeless veteransEnding HomelessnessPolitics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/12/politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/12/politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/12/politics-of-faithWed, 12 Nov 2014 16:00:00 GMTHost Dr. Rev. Rodney Sadler
01:31:00AndreaMiller0nopolitics,faithPolitics of FaithAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/11/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/11/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/11/agitator-radioTue, 11 Nov 2014 15:00:00 GMTHost Robert Dawkins talks with Joel Segal about the 2014 mid-term elections. What lessons should we learn and how do we prepare for 2016?
01:08:00AndreaMiller0no2014 election,Robert Dawkins,Joel Segal,North Carolina,progressive valuesAgitator RadioClimate Action with Russell Greenehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/09/climate-action-with-russell-greenePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/09/climate-action-with-russell-greene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/09/climate-action-with-russell-greeneSun, 09 Nov 2014 17:00:00 GMTRussell welcomes guests R.L. Miller and Lance Simmens to discuss last Tuesday’s election results and what they mean for the climate movement.
RL Miller blogs on climate; founded SuperPAC Climate Hawks Vote to elect - and hold accountable - politicians who prioritize the climate challenge; is elected chair of California Democratic Party’s Environmental Caucus; and practices law and keeps chickens. Climate Hawks Vote hatched in June 2014, made 17 endorsements in primaries and general election races in 2014, and won at least 10 - a very positive record made possible through its emphasis on fieldwork rather than big-spending ads
Lance Simmens has spent nearly four decades involved in the arenas of politics government, public policy, and public interest advocacy. He has served in senior level positions in two Presidential administrations, for two US Senators, the US Senate Budget Committee, two Governors, and the US Conference of Mayors. He has an insider’s view of the way the system works and a unique understanding of the interactions between Federal, state and local government. For the last two decades he has been intimately involved in environmental issues beginning with his role in helping to establish the Federal Government’s first Office of Sustainable Development during the Clinton Administration.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noRussell Greene,Lance Simmens,US Senate Budget Committee,US Conference of Mayors,R.L. MillerClimate Action with Russell GreeneChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/08/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/08/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/08/chicano-chroniclesSat, 08 Nov 2014 20:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio discusses the 2014 elections with Andrea Miller, Ben Ptashnik and Joel Segal. Topics on this show will include:
Where were the communities of color?
What right lessons should the Democratic Party draw from this election? What wrong ones endanger 2016?
Who and what are we waiting for?
What's the progressive opportunity and how o we seize it?
Stolen races and why our elections have absolutely no integrity
01:31:00AndreaMiller0no2014 Election,Democrats,communities of color,Ben Ptashnik,Election IntegrityChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversation - The 2014 Electionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/07/progressive-conversation--the-2014-electionsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/07/progressive-conversation--the-2014-elections/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/07/progressive-conversation--the-2014-electionsFri, 07 Nov 2014 18:00:00 GMTOur special guests are Steve Cobble, PDA Political Director and Conor Boylan, PDA Executive Director on Election 2014.
01:08:00AndreaMiller0noSteve Cobble,Conor Boylan,2014 electionsProgressive Conversation - The 2014 ElectionsEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/06/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/06/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/06/ending-homelessnessThu, 06 Nov 2014 23:30:00 GMT Guests former Rep. Dennis Kucinich, Joel Segal, Lynn Lewis and Gregory Payton
Dennis Kucinich was homeless as a child living with his parents in the family car. From 1977-1979 Dennis was Mayor of Cleveland. From 1997 to 2013 he was a Member of the U.S. House.
Joel Segal is a former senior Congressional staffer for John Conyers. He has been actively involved in ending homelessness for several decades in North Carolina and nationally.
Lynn Lewis is the Director and past civil rights campaign organizer at Picture the Homeless, one of the few homeless led grass roots organizing initiatives in the U.S. Lynn has worked with Picture the Homeless since it’s founding nearly 15 years ago. Lynn previously worked as the Director of Operations and Development at Community Voices Heard and is a past Board member of the National Coalition for the Homeless, and a founding board member of the Florida Coalition for the Homeless and the Jacksonville Emergency Services Coalition.
Gregory is a social worker who has dedicated his life to speaking for those who can’t speak; standing for those who can’t stand; and fighting for those who can’t fight. Over the last 17 years, he has worked as an Intern, Research Assistant, Residential Monitor, Intake Worker, Outreach Worker, Intake Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Representative, Case Manager, Facilitator, and Counselor for a variety of non-profits and social service agencies and programs that work with the homeless, chemically-dependent, and mentally ill population.
7:30 Ending Mass Criminalization with Dr. Madeline McClenney-Sadler guest Henderson Hill, Executive Director of The Death Penalty Abolition Campaign. In 1995 Mr. Hill founded the Center for Death Penalty Litigation in Durham.
02:01:00AndreaMiller0noDonald Whitehead,Lynn Lewis,Florida Coalition for the Homeless,Jacksonville Emergency Services Coalition,icaraguaEnding HomelessnessPolitics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/05/politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/05/politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/05/politics-of-faithWed, 05 Nov 2014 16:00:00 GMTRev. Rodney Sadler discuss the role of faith in politics. Our guests are Dr. Greg Moss, President of the Lott Carey Foreign Missions Baptist Convention and Dr. Peter Wherry, President of the United Missionary Baptist Association.
We will discuss the nature of politics in the post election world. What do we do the day after this election.
01:31:00AndreaMiller0noRev. Rodney Sadler,Dr. Greg Moss,Dr. Peter Wherry,United Missionary Baptist Association,post electionPolitics of FaithConversation with Senator Bernie Sandershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/04/conversation-with-senator-bernie-sandersPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/04/conversation-with-senator-bernie-sanders/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/04/conversation-with-senator-bernie-sandersTue, 04 Nov 2014 16:00:00 GMTSenator Sanders joins us for a Progressive Conversation on where our political discussions should be going and what topics we should be including.
00:57:00AndreaMiller0noSenator Bernie Sanders,2016,elections,Social Security,MedicareConversation with Senator Bernie SandersThe Women's Roomhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/04/the-womens-roomPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/04/the-womens-room/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/11/04/the-womens-roomTue, 04 Nov 2014 02:00:00 GMTThe Women's Room @ 9pm EST
Special Guest is Helene Swanson, who is walking across the United States for the ERA. Helene is stopping in each of the unratified states and meeting with local activists, state legislators and Congressional Members.
01:31:00AndreaMiller0noERA,equal rights amendment,Katrina's Dream,Helen Swanson,unratified statesThe Women's RoomProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/31/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/31/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/31/progressive-conversationFri, 31 Oct 2014 14:00:00 GMTGeorgia 2014 Election with Rev. Terence Dicks and Andrea Miller @ 8pm
Guest: Alan Essig, Executive Director
As Georgia Budget and Policy Institute’s first executive director, Alan brings a wealth of experience and understanding of state government to his role in carrying out GBPI’s mission. In addition to leading a dedicated and talented staff and board, he analyzes overall state budget proposals and revenue policy issues. Alan frequently presents economic analyses of budget and tax proposals to the Georgia State Legislature and testifies before its committees. He also regularly addresses state-wide civic groups where he presents tax reform solutions and policies, and serves on national steering committees.
Alan’s recent professional experience includes serving as a senior research associate with the Fiscal Research Center of the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University, as well as deputy policy director for the Georgia Governor’s Office. Alan’s experience also includes serving as a committee aide for the Georgia State Senate and Georgia House of Representatives Appropriations Committees, assistant commissioner for the Georgia Department of Human Resources, director of the Georgia State Senate Research Office, deputy director of the Budgetary Responsibility Oversight Committee, and as a legislative budget analyst for the New York State Senate Finance Committee.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noGeorgia,Alan Essig,Georgia Budget Policy Institute,economic impact,budgetProgressive ConversationEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/30/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/30/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/30/ending-homelessnessThu, 30 Oct 2014 22:30:00 GMTHost Donald Whitehead discusses the Homeless crisis in America.
"We Have Overcome" will focus on the stories of people who have overcome homelessness and contributed to society in a meaningful way.
Josh Spring graduated from the College of Social Work at Xavier University. Josh is a Licensed Social Worker. Previously, Josh was the Social Worker for Tenants of Over-the-Rhine Community Housing’s 250 units of affordable housing. Josh noticed that repeatedly Tenants or those that wanted to be Tenants were experiencing the same repeated issues. This built a desire to organize systematic efforts to take on the root causes of homelessness, leading Josh to the Coalition.
Josh began learning about homelessness from those who were homeless; while working in the transitional housing building of Tender Mercies, an agency providing affordable housing for people who have been homeless with mental illness.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0nohomelessness,poverty,domestic violence,job lossEnding HomelessnessPolitics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/29/politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/29/politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/29/politics-of-faithWed, 29 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMTHost Rev. Rodney Sadler will be joined by Bishop Tanya Rawls and Rev. Terence Leathers. The topic will be the black church and LGBTQ issues. We will explore the way that LGBTQ issues are brought out every election year and how this is a larger attempt to create a wdege between the black church and the LGBTQ community.
01:33:00AndreaMiller0noRev. Rodney Sadler,LGBTQ,black church,election year politics,faith community and LGBTQ issuesPolitics of FaithMovement Building with Joel Segalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/28/movement-building-with-joel-segalPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/28/movement-building-with-joel-segal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/28/movement-building-with-joel-segalTue, 28 Oct 2014 17:00:00 GMTJoel Segal is joined by Rev. Glencie Rhedrick of Charlotte North Carolina. The topic under discussion is Bringing Women Out of Poverty. Joel is also joined by Andrea Miller, co-Executive Director of Progressive Democrats of America and a member of the ERA 3 State Strategy Leadership Team.
01:18:00AndreaMiller0novoting,organizing,progressive values,ERA,3 State StrategyMovement Building with Joel SegalClimate Action Host Russell Greene Guest Ben Ptashnikhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/26/climate-action-host-russell-greene-guest-ben-ptashnikPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/26/climate-action-host-russell-greene-guest-ben-ptashnik/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/26/climate-action-host-russell-greene-guest-ben-ptashnikSun, 26 Oct 2014 16:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Russell Greene
Russell welcomes Ben Ptashnik--PDA National Campaign Coordinator and Director of the National Elections Integrity Coalition (NEIC)
Ben is a former Vermont State Senator, and a life-long human rights advocate, environmental activist, and community organizer. As a clean government activist and Chair of the Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG), Ben organized the Vermont Campaign for Clean Elections in 1994, aimed at driving big money out of politics.
He was elected to the Vermont Senate in 1996, where he served on the Government Operations, Health and Welfare, Agriculture, and Economic development committees. He is focused on stopping climate change, ensuring clean elections, and promoting human rights as PDA Campaign Coordinator.
01:12:00AndreaMiller0noclimate,Environment,fracking,LEGISLATION,congressClimate Action Host Russell Greene Guest Ben PtashnikChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/25/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/25/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/25/chicano-chroniclesSat, 25 Oct 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio interviews special guest Maggie Zepeda, candidate for Mayor in Coachella, California. Magdalena “Maggie” Zepeda was elected to serve as a councilmember for the City of Coachella in November 2012. Jacque joined Maggie on the campaign trail and the two report on some disquieting trends.
Professionally, Maggie has been employed in the education field. She began her teaching career as a substitute teacher in 2000 and then obtained full-time employment at Coachella Valley High School and then, at Palm Desert High School. In 2010 she was honored as Teacher of the Year at PDHS. Along with her full-time employment, she serves as an adjunct faculty member at College of the Desert. She has taught Public Speaking, English as a Second Language, Conversation courses and Tutor Training courses. She has also had countless of leadership positions in education such as EL Coach, ESL Lead Teacher, School Site Council President, Advisor for the ENLACE student group, and DSTA School Site Leader.
01:30:00AndreaMiller0noMaggie Zepeda,Coachella,mayor's raceChicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversation / Know Your Rightshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/24/progressive-conversation-know-your-rightsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/24/progressive-conversation-know-your-rights/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/24/progressive-conversation-know-your-rightsFri, 24 Oct 2014 17:00:00 GMTKelly Westlund grew up in a military family and spent much of her life in the southern part of the country. She settled in northern Wisconsin after earning her degree in Peace, Conflict, and Global Studies from Northland College in Ashland.
She went on to work with a local nonprofit organization, the Alliance for Sustainability, where her efforts were focused on sustainable community and economic development.
As a small business owner, Kelly has spent the last three years working with the Bayfield Regional Food Producers Cooperative. Her work focused on building a strong local food system through farm-to-table events, community supported agriculture, wholesale marketing and distribution, and organizational efficiencies. Kelly's work helped area farmers focus on what they do best while building a food system that can support family farms for generations to come.
Kelly was endorsed by the Progressive Change Campaign on the day she announced. Kelly is also a member of the Young Elected Officials Network and the first graduate of Emerge Wisconsin to seek a federal office.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noKelly Westlund,WI-07,Congressional race,sustainable communityProgressive Conversation / Know Your RightsEnding Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/23/ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/23/ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/23/ending-homelessnessThu, 23 Oct 2014 22:30:00 GMTHost Donald Whitehead interviews guests about Homelessness in America.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0no,Ending HomelessnessPolitics of Faith with Rev Rodney Sadlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/22/politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/22/politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/22/politics-of-faith-with-rev-rodney-sadlerWed, 22 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMTPolitics of Faith with Host Rev Dr. Rodney Sadler. Guests Andrea Miller, Rev. Terence Dicks and Joel Segal
Joel Segal hosts Rev. Glencie Rhedrick discussing the housing and unemployment crisis in Charlotte, NC
01:32:00AndreaMiller0noPolitics,faith,spirituality,Christian,multi faithPolitics of Faith with Rev Rodney SadlerAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/21/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/21/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/21/agitator-radioTue, 21 Oct 2014 14:00:00 GMTGet out The Vote Strategies and Tactics
Mrs. Gregory has been a advocate for the people her entire life.Working her in entire career in the field of social service services gave her a first hand look at the problems that impact the least among us and how they have been disenfranchised. Mrs. Gregory grew up in the Civil Rights movement and as an adolescent, her mother allowed her the opportunity to meet civil rights leaders and be apart of historical events like Martin Luther King's march on Washington.
North Carolina has been blessed to have Mrs. Gregory as a part of our historic sit-in movement, as a leader and life time member of the NAACP, an advocate for women's rights and a leader in her church, the United House of Prayer for All People. Political strategy and turning out the vote has been a lifelong calling for Mrs. Gregory.
Mrs. Gregory played a crucial role in building North Carolina's first faith based coalition to fight for Sunday voting and has devoted her time free of charge to teach people the tactics of canvassing, phone banking, media relations and coalition building.
Mrs. Gregory has received numerous national and state awards from her involvement as an Eastern Star, leadership in the NAACP, a member of her church and advocate for the citizens of North Carolina. Mrs. Gregory has been the recipient of the Rosa Parks Award and North Carolina's highest honor tha can be presented to a citizen- The Order of the Long Leaf Pine.
Please join us on Tuesday to hear from Mrs. Gregory the important strategies and tactics that should be employed in you upcoming Get Out The Vote campaigns.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRobert Dawkins,GOTV,voting,voting rights,North CarolinaAgitator RadioThe Women's Roomhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/21/the-womens-roomPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/21/the-womens-room/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/21/the-womens-roomTue, 21 Oct 2014 01:00:00 GMTOur special guest Kamala Lopez talks about her new movie Equal Means Equal
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noERA,equality,Equal Means Equal,Kamala LopezThe Women's RoomClimate Action With Russell Greene and Tim DeChristopherhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/19/climate-action-with-russell-greene-and-tim-dechristopherPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/19/climate-action-with-russell-greene-and-tim-dechristopher/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/19/climate-action-with-russell-greene-and-tim-dechristopherSun, 19 Oct 2014 16:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Russell Greene
Special Guest Tim DeChristopher
Nearly a month after the historic People’s Climate March in NYC, what’s next? Tim and Russell will discuss the week of actions scheduled in Washington DC November 1-7 — Beyond Extreme Energy.
Rev. Lennox Yearwood and Tim DeChristopher wrote a letter endorsing the Beyond Extreme Energy (BXE) actions in November.
"The power demonstrated on the streets of New York was a signal that we are big enough and strong enough to take our government out of the grip of the fossil fuel industry. Without question we need to step it up and organize campaigns and actions that are at the scale and boldness needed, including multi-day direct action at specific targets.”
00:58:00AndreaMiller0noclimate,Environment,fracking,LEGISLATION,congressClimate Action With Russell Greene and Tim DeChristopherProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/17/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/17/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/17/progressive-conversationFri, 17 Oct 2014 17:00:00 GMTProgressive Conversation Hosts: Andrea Miller, Rev. Terence Dicks
It's election season and PDA has some of the most progressive candidates in the country. Meet the PDA endorsed candidates. Join Tate MacQueen from North Carolina's 10th District.
Garland Nixon talks about mass criminalization and community policing
01:01:00AndreaMiller0no,Progressive ConversationEnding Homelessness/Procedural Justicehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/16/ending-homelessnessprocedural-justicePoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/16/ending-homelessnessprocedural-justice/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/16/ending-homelessnessprocedural-justiceThu, 16 Oct 2014 22:30:00 GMTEnding Homelessness
Paul Boden (Executive and Organizing Director) became homeless at the age of 16 after the death of his mother. He began volunteering at a drop-in shelter in San Francisco in 1983, eventually becoming a program director there. He then worked as a case manager in a supportive hotel program for mentally ill people. Paul served as Executive Director of San Francisco's Coalition on Homelessness for 16 years and was a founder of the Community Housing Partnership, a nationally recognized permanent housing corporation with optional supportive services. He served as president of its Board for 10 years.
Maria Foscarinis is founder and executive director of the National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty, a nonprofit based in Washington, D.C. that serves as the legal arm of the national movement to end homelessness. Ms. Foscarinis has advocated for solutions to homelessness at the national level since 1985, when she left her career at a major law firm to become an advocate for homeless people.
Amy Sawyer currently serves as a Regional Coordinator at the United States Interagency Council on
Homelessness (USICH), a principal representative and bridge between the work of the full Council and
states and communities.
7:30 pm Procedural Justice with Rev. Madeine Sadler
Sebastian Goodson, 25 year veteran of the War on Drugs, Charlotte, NC
Dr. Earle Williams, Forensic Psychologist, Norfolk, VA
Chuck Alphin, Founder, Building Life Foundations-Non Violence Center, Ferguson, MO
02:02:00AndreaMiller0nomass criminalization,education,opportunity,civil rights,recidivismEnding Homelessness/Procedural JusticePolitics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/15/politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/15/politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/15/politics-of-faithWed, 15 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMTRev. Kojo Nantambu was one of several African American students bused to white suburban high schools in Wilmington, North Carolina, who upon arrival found himself surrounded by hostility and resentment. He became a leader in the 1971 racial uprising in the city which began with a sit-in in response to the school board's prohibition of a memorial service on Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday. Nantambu was there as an emerging community leader when blacks had to barricade their Wilmington neighborhoods to keep out marauding whites who beat and in several instances shot them.
Rev. Kojo Nantambu is currently the President of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg NAACP in North Carolina. In addition, he is the Director of Religious Education Advocacy Project (R.E.A.P.) of the North Carolina State NAACP. President Nantambu is a dedicated, passionate, diligent civil rights leader and activist who actively works to execute the mission of the NAACP.
Rev. Nantambu encourages churches across North Carolina to become involved in the NAACP and their communities as they did during the civil rights movement.
President Nantambu is known to stand his ground against inequality and injustice and has organized protests against the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board in the closing of the majority of inner city schools, organized movements against the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in light of instances of racial profiling and the killing of several citizens, as well as helped to organize the Moral Monday protests at the North Carolina General Assembly.
Rev. Nantambu is married to Ms. Linda Kirby, his high school sweetheart and life partner in all that he does. He is also the pastor of Green Oak Missionary Baptist Church in Charlotte, N.C.
01:29:00AndreaMiller0no,Politics of FaithAgitator Radiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/14/agitator-radioPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/14/agitator-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/14/agitator-radioTue, 14 Oct 2014 14:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio with Host Robert Dawkins: Get to know Greenpeace
Robert will interview Hanna Mitchell, a Field Organizer with Greenpeace in Charlotte, N.C. She is passionate about the intersection of environmental and social justice issues; and she works to bring cleaner, cheaper, and safer energy options to North Carolina communities.
Greenpeace is the largest independent direct-action environmental organization in the world. Greenpeace defends the natural world and promotes peace by investigating, exposing, and confronting environmental abuse, championing environmentally responsible solutions, and advocating for the rights and well-being of all people.
00:56:00AndreaMiller0nocleaner,cheaper,safer,energy,North CarolinaAgitator RadioChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/11/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/11/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/11/chicano-chroniclesSat, 11 Oct 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio talks with special guest Maggie Zepeda, candidate for Mayor in Coachella, California. Magdalena “Maggie” Zepeda was elected to serve as a councilmember for the City of Coachella in November 2012. Her term expires in November of 2016.
Professionally, Maggie has been employed in the education field. She began her teaching career as a substitute teacher in 2000 and then obtained full-time employment at Coachella Valley High School and then, at Palm Desert High School. In 2010 she was honored as Teacher of the Year at PDHS. Along with her full-time employment, she serves as an adjunct faculty member at College of the Desert. She has taught Public Speaking, English as a Second Language, Conversation courses and Tutor Training courses. She has also had countless of leadership positions in education such as EL Coach, ESL Lead Teacher, School Site Council President, Advisor for the ENLACE student group, and DSTA School Site Leader.
Over her illustrious career in education, Maggie has counseled, mentored and taught thousands of the Coachella Valley’s youth and adults. However, Maggie decided to impact her community on a larger scale and decided to run for one of two open seats for the Coachella City Council. As a result, in 2012, with the support of her community, friends, family, and colleagues, she was elected Councilmember for the City of Coachella. As councilwoman…Maggie has found another platform from which she can continue to positively impact the lives of those she serves. She believes in educational advancement for all, self-sufficiency and in the community’s economic development. She is a published author, a leader, a motivational speaker, and a tireless advocate for those she serves.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0no,Chicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversation / Know Your Rightshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/10/progressive-conversation-know-your-rightsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/10/progressive-conversation-know-your-rights/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/10/progressive-conversation-know-your-rightsFri, 10 Oct 2014 17:00:00 GMTHosts: Andrea Miller and Rev. Terence Dicks interview Gabriel Rothblatt, the Progressive Democrats of America endorsed candidate running in Florida's 8th District.
Gabe says, "My vision for District 8 and the rest of the country is a future where everyone has an opportunity to succeed. Our economy will be led by a strong middle class powered by a revived manufacturing base grounded in sustainable energy, based on green power sources and high-tech management. Health care and quality education will be a right, not a promise. Our Space Coast will be the undisputed leader in public and private space flight, and our innovative space thinkers will help keep America’s military the most powerful in the world. We in District 8 have the heart and the will to make America a better place for all."
Gabe earned a degree in Political Philosophy from the University of Vermont. Before joining MIO, LLC as a property manager in Melbourne, FL, Gabriel managed a restaurant franchise, and worked as an insurance broker. Gabriel knows from experience what it means to work in today’s economy, and now he’s running to use that experience to fight for working families in Congress.
His campaign focuses on faith, fairness, family and freedom; discussing technology and development, education, jobs, environmental protection, personal responsibility and family values. He and wife, Taj, have been married 13 years and have four children.
01:05:00AndreaMiller0noknow your rights,Ferguson,Gabriel Rothblatt,congress,CANDIDATESProgressive Conversation / Know Your RightsMiddle East Peace with Joel Segal - Ending Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/09/middle-east-peace-with-joel-segal--ending-homelessnessPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/09/middle-east-peace-with-joel-segal--ending-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/09/middle-east-peace-with-joel-segal--ending-homelessnessThu, 09 Oct 2014 22:30:00 GMTAnita L. Beaty, Executive Director of the (Metro Atlanta) Task Force for the Homeless for the past twenty-nine years, also served as President of the Board of Directors of the National Coalition for the Homeless from 1993 – 1997. Ms. Beaty has served on the National Coalition’s Board of Directors for twenty-six years and represented the U.S in 1995 at the European Union’s Congress on Homelessness in Madrid, Spain.
Kevin Finn is the founding President/CEO of Strategies to End Homelessness, which leads a coordinated system of care for the homeless in Cincinnati/Hamilton County. He oversees homelessness prevention services, as well as street outreach, emergency shelter, and housing programs for homeless people. Strategies to End Homelessness’ goal is to reduce homelessness by 50% by 2017, and to eventually end homelessness in our community.
Barb Anderson is a native of Jeffersonville, Indiana where she operates a 60 bed facility for emergency housing. Ms. Anderson is the founding Director of Haven House Services and has been working in the field for 32 years. She is on the Board of Directors for the National Coalition for the Homeless and has worked across the country to assist others in establishing services to homeless people living in rural or small communities. Her passion is to close her shelter, “no one should live in a shelter but we are necessary until safe, decent, and affordable housing exists for everyone”.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noTask Force for the Homeless,National Coalition for the Homeless,Anita Beaty,Dr. James BeatyMiddle East Peace with Joel Segal - Ending HomelessnessPolitics of Faithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/08/politics-of-faithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/08/politics-of-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/08/politics-of-faithWed, 08 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMTDr. Joerg Rieger is Wendland-Cook Professor of Constructive Theology at Perkins School of Theology, SMU.
For more than two decades Joerg Rieger has worked to bring together theology and the struggles for justice and liberation that mark our age. His work addresses the relation of theology to public life, using tools from cultural studies, critical theory, and religious studies, and reflecting on the misuse of power in religion, politics, and economics. His main interest is in movements and developments that bring about change and the positive contributions of religion.
Known for his prolific and visionary writing, his books include Religion, Theology, and Class (2013), Occupy Religion: Theology of the Multitude (with Kwok Pui-lan, 2012), Grace under Pressure (2011, Portuguese transl.), Traveling (2011, Portuguese transl.), Globalization and Theology (2010), No Rising Tide: Theology, Economics, and the Future (2009), Christ and Empire: From Paul to Postcolonial Times (2007, German and Portuguese transl.); Opting for the Margins: Postmodernity and Liberation in Christian Theology (ed., 2003); God and the Excluded: Visions and Blindspots in Contemporary Theology (2001); and Remember the Poor: The Challenge to Theology in the Twenty-First Century (1998, Portuguese transl.).
A volume that he co-authored with Brazilian theologian Jung Mo Sung and Argentinian theologian Nestor Miguez, titled Beyond the Spirit of Empire: New Perspectives in Politics and Religion, was published in 2009 (Portuguese and Spanish translations).
01:15:00AndreaMiller0noRev. Rodney Sadler,Moral Monday,Dr. Joerg RiegerPolitics of FaithAgitator Radio Guest George Fridayhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/07/agitator-radio-guest-george-fridayPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/07/agitator-radio-guest-george-friday/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/07/agitator-radio-guest-george-fridayTue, 07 Oct 2014 14:00:00 GMTAgitator Radio with Robert Dawkins: Legislation to curb police misconduct and racial profiling
Robert welcomes George Friday, a national field organizer who grew up in rural NC in the 1960s to the show. Ms. Friday holds degrees in political science, economics, and African American studies from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. She works with grassroots community and national organizations providing leadership, development, and skills training including strategic planning, organizing, fundraising, marketing, and community building. Her work focuses on communication, overcoming oppression, fostering change, and the role of privilege in transforming power dynamics, fostering broad, deep economic and social justice change. She brings more than three decades of experience to her position as national field organizer for the Bill of Rights Defense Committee.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0nopolice misconduct,racial profiling,national,federal,localAgitator Radio Guest George FridayClimate Global Frack Downhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/05/climate-global-frack-downPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/05/climate-global-frack-down/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/05/climate-global-frack-downSun, 05 Oct 2014 16:00:00 GMT People Demanding Action on Climate with Russell Greene: Get Down with the Global Frackdown 10.11.14
Russell Greene will welcome Dr. Sandra Steingraber, and ban fracking movement leaders David Braun, Mark Schlosberg and Karen Feridun as we prepare THE GLOBAL FRACKDOWN on Oct 11th.
Topics:
What is fracking? the current science
State fights: New York, California, Maryland
The National fight: the Global Frackdown, and how you can get involved!
Guests:
Sandra Steingraber, PhD. Biology, Distinguished Scholar in Residence at Ithaca College, Co-Founder, New Yorkers Against Fracking and Concerned Health Professionals of NY, Science Advisor to Americans Against Fracking (AAF).
Mark Schlosberg is Food & Water Watch's National Organizing Director, responsible for developing strategies for F&WW’s national campaigns. Mark has spearheaded F&WW’s organizing on fracking and played a lead role in forming AAF.
Karen Feridun founded Berks Gas Truth, a grassroots organization in Pennsylvania fighting to ban fracking. BGT coordinated the successful campaign that led to the Pennsylvania Democratic Party to support a moratorium on fracking in the state. Karen represents her organization on the Steering Committees of both AAF and the Stop the Frack.
David Braun is a co-founder of AAF and New Yorkers Against Fracking. He relocated back to his home state California to fight fracking. He’s working with Californians Against Fracking, a coalition of over 150 organizations fighting for a ban.
01:21:00AndreaMiller0noclimate,Environment,fracking,LEGISLATION,congressClimate Global Frack DownChicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/04/chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/04/chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/04/chicano-chroniclesSat, 04 Oct 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio talks about racism.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0no,Chicano ChroniclesProgressive Conversationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/03/progressive-conversationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/03/progressive-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/03/progressive-conversationFri, 03 Oct 2014 17:00:00 GMTHosts: Andrea Miller, Rev. Terence Dicks
It's election season and PDA has some of the most progressive candidates in the country. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Fergie Reid, Jr. Ferguson Reid is known for his work on Changeling (2008), Letters from Iwo Jima (2006) and Frost/Nixon (2008). Like his father he inherited a love of politics and helps challenger Democratic candidates across the country.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noprogressive candidates,endorsed candidatesProgressive ConversationJoel Segal - Movement Building / Donald Whitehead - Ending Homelessnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/02/joel-segal--movement-building-donald-whitehead--ending-homelessness-1Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/02/joel-segal--movement-building-donald-whitehead--ending-homelessness-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/02/joel-segal--movement-building-donald-whitehead--ending-homelessness-1Thu, 02 Oct 2014 21:30:00 GMTJoel's special guest is Enid Shore, activist, homeless advocate and formerly long-term unemployed living in New York
Donald will discuss solutions to the homelessness crisis. His special guest is Barbara Poppe.
Barbara is the founder of Barbara Poppe and associates, LLC, and the former executive director of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, and a nationally recognized expert on homelessness and results-driven public-private partnerships. Ms. Poppe serves on the Enterprise Community Partners Board of Trustees and the National Advisory Committee for the Siemer Institute for Family Stability.
Barbara Poppe and associates, established in 2014, is an independent consulting firm that develops the capacity of communities and organizations to tackle complex issues using a collaborative systems approach to achieves results and impact.
Ms. Poppe served as the Executive Director of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness from November 2009 to March 2014. During her tenure, Poppe oversaw the Federal response to homelessness by working with 19 Federal agencies to create partnerships at every level of government and with the private sector to reduce and end homelessness. In June 2010, Barbara Poppe and four Cabinet Secretaries announced Opening Doors, the nation’s first- ever comprehensive Federal plan to prevent and end homelessness.
Ms. Poppe served as the executive director of the nationally recognized Community Shelter Board (Columbus, Ohio) from October 1995 to November 2009. She holds a Masters of Science degree in Epidemiology from the University of Cincinnati.
Over the course of her career, Ms. Poppe has served on numerous boards and committees, such as the National Alliance to End Homelessness, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman’s Economic Advisory Committee, and advisory boards for the Child Welfare League of America and the Corporation for Supportive Housing.
02:02:00AndreaMiller0nohomeless,long-term unemployed,advocate,poverty,congressJoel Segal - Movement Building / Donald Whitehead - Ending HomelessnessPolitics of Faith Guest Dr. William Barberhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/01/politics-of-faith-guest-dr-william-barberPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/01/politics-of-faith-guest-dr-william-barber/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/10/01/politics-of-faith-guest-dr-william-barberWed, 01 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMTWith Moral Mondays, Rev. Barber has channeled the pent-up frustration of North Carolinians who were shocked by how quickly their state had been transformed into a laboratory for conservative policies. "He believed we needed to kind of burst this bubble of 'There's nothing we can do for two years until the next election,'" explains Al McSurely, a longtime NAACP organizer. But what may be most notable about Barber's new brand of civil rights activism is how he's taken a partisan fight and presented it as an issue that transcends party or race—creating a more sustained pushback against Republican overreach than anywhere else in the country.
Barber fears that Republican lawmakers' efforts to expand private-school vouchers will resegregate the very schools his parents worked to integrate. As NAACP president, he helped pass legislation establishing same-day voter registration and expanding death penalty appeals—bills that Republicans repealed in the last legislative session.
01:33:00AndreaMiller0noRev. William Barber,North Carolina NAACP,Moral MondaysPolitics of Faith Guest Dr. William BarberThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/27/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/27/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/27/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 27 Sep 2014 19:00:00 GMTJacque DelRio's guests today are Chris Silva and Merri Silva, brother and mother of murdered David Silva. What's happening with the case now?
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noDavid Silva,Chris Silva,police brutality,murderThe Chicano ChroniclesMeet Candidate Rob Zerbanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/26/meet-candidate-rob-zerbanPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/26/meet-candidate-rob-zerban/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/26/meet-candidate-rob-zerbanFri, 26 Sep 2014 17:00:00 GMTPDA endorsed candidate Rob Zerban is challenging Paul Ryan for the second time. Rob is a savvy businessman and solid progressive running on a Medicare for All, Jobs for All populist platform. Rob is ready to represent the working people of his district and return power to the people.
Rob embraced hard work and perseverance, learning that community and government can be a partner in creating the American Dream.
Since Rob sold his last business in 2008, he has dedicated his life to public service. He has gone door-to-door educating the public about preserving the wonderful natural resource that is the Great Lakes. He served on the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters. Rob was elected to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors from 2008-2012.
Rob is a job creator, an innovator, and a pragmatist. He understands that he was able to succeed because his community and government were there for him and his family when he needed it.
He was raised in a single parent household where his mother worked outside of the home to keep a roof over his head.
With the help of Pell Grants and Stafford Loans, Rob attended the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park, New York, a prestigious culinary school where he was trained as a chef and in restaurant business management.
After several years of direct service and managerial experience, Rob went on to create two small businesses. Together, his businesses employed 45 people and made sure they had family sustaining wages, excellent benefits, and the best healthcare. Rob understood that taking care of his employees and never taking for granted their hard work helped his companies thrive.
Rob is committed to protecting and building programs so future generations can continue to achieve and live the American Dream.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRob Zerban,WI-01,Paul RyanMeet Candidate Rob ZerbanEnding Homelessness with Donald Whiteheadhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/25/ending-homelessness-with-donald-whiteheadPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/25/ending-homelessness-with-donald-whitehead/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/25/ending-homelessness-with-donald-whiteheadThu, 25 Sep 2014 22:30:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Ending Homelessness with Donald Whitehead
Donald Whitehead is one of the country’s leading voices on homelessness. Over the last 20 years, he has advocated for and provided direct service to people experiencing homelessness. He was the Executive Director of The National Coalition for the Homelesss, and President of the Board. He is currently on the Board of Directors. He will welcome leaders, activists, celebrities, and elected officials to discuss ways to address the problem of involuntary homelessness in America. He welcomes Barbara Duffield and Evangelist L. Michelle Bush to this show.
Barbara Duffield is the Director of Policy and Programs for the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth (NAEHCY)--a national grassroots membership association dedicated to ensuring the schoolastic success of homeless children and youth. Ms. Duffield works closely with educators, service providers, federal agencies and Congressional offices to strengthen policy and practice for homeless children and youth.
Evangelist L. Michelle Bush was born, raised, and educated in Washington DC and Prince George’s County. She studied Accounting, Psychology & Christian Counseling at the Washington Bible College & Seminary. Bush obtained foundational biblical instruction at Calvary Bible Instituteand is one of the country's leading career training & transition experts. She has more than 19 years of progressive professional experience in Operations & Finance, Training & Recruitment, Curriculum Design, and Program Management. She is the President & Founder of Live It, Inc., and Principal of Princess Street East, LLC.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noHomelessness,policy,congress,poltiics,DemocratsEnding Homelessness with Donald WhiteheadMovement Building with Joel Segalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/18/movement-building-with-joel-segalPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/18/movement-building-with-joel-segal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/18/movement-building-with-joel-segalThu, 18 Sep 2014 20:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Movement Building with Joel Segal
Joel Segal is a longtime organizer, activist, and scholar. He served as a senior legislative aide to Congressman John Conyers for 13 years, and helped found and lead movements to reform healthcare, provide relief to AIDS victims in Africa, as well as for Peace in the Middle East. Joel will welcome leaders, experts and activists working to build the progressive movement. In this first show, Joel will welcome Rev. Rodney Sadler, one of the leaders of the Moral Monday/Forward Together movement.
Rev. Rodney Sadler is a board member of the PDA, and the Middle East Peace Working Group. He is a national leader in the movement for universal health care and ACA Medicaid expansion. He frequently speaks at press conferences and Congressional briefings at the request of Members of the Congress. Rev Sadler also works closely with senior Obama Administration officials on issues pertaining to faith and social justice.
Rev Sadler lectures within the church and community on Race in the Bible, African American Biblical Interpretation, the Image of Jesus, Biblical Archaeology, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. Sadler was the managing editor of the African American Devotional Bible. His teaching experience includes courses in biblical languages, Old and New Testament interpretation, wisdom literature in the Bible, the history and religion of ancient Israel, and African American biblical interpretation. His book, Can A Cushite Change His Skin? An Examination of Race, Ethnicity, and Othering in the Hebrew Bible, was published in 2005. Rev. Sadler served as a visiting lecturer and interim co-director of the Office of Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School in Durham, NC, and was an associate minister in Durham, NC.
01:31:00AndreaMiller0nopolitics,Political,progressive,movement,organizingMovement Building with Joel SegalPeoples' Climate March with Rev. Yearwoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/18/peoples-climate-march-with-rev-yearwoodPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/18/peoples-climate-march-with-rev-yearwood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/18/peoples-climate-march-with-rev-yearwoodThu, 18 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Rev. Yearwood
Rev. Yearwood's special guest on this program is Bill McKibben of 350.org
Hip Hop Caucus President Rev. Lennox Yearwood will discuss the upcoming massive People's March on Climate in New York City. Other topics: green jobs, the economy, and the climate crisis. On this and future shows, Rev. Yearwood will interview special guests including a Grammy Award winner, members of Congress, and national climate activists.
01:04:00AndreaMiller0noclimate change,science,policy,congress,global warmingPeoples' Climate March with Rev. YearwoodMiddle East Peace with Joel Segalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/11/middle-east-peace-with-joel-segalPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/11/middle-east-peace-with-joel-segal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/11/middle-east-peace-with-joel-segalThu, 11 Sep 2014 20:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Middle East Peace with Joel Segal
We selected the anniversary of the 9/11/01 attacks, because our program is dedicated to healing the wounds of war, bringing people together, and building understanding to achieve a lasting and just peace in the Middle East.
Joel Segal is a longtime organizer, activist, and scholar. He served as a senior legislative aide to Congressman John Conyers for 13 years, and helped found and lead movements to reform healthcare, provide relief to AIDS victims in Africa, as well as for Peace in the Middle East.
Joel will welcome leaders, experts and activists working for Middle East Peace. In this first program, Joel will interview world renowned scholar Dr. Hussein Yusuf Kamal Ibish, PhD, Senior Fellow at the American Task Force on Palestine, and a frequent guest on national and international news programs. We are very honored to welcome Dr. Ibish to help us launch this new show.
01:31:00AndreaMiller0noMiddle East Peace,Middle East,peace,Israel,PalestineMiddle East Peace with Joel SegalPeoples' Climate March with Rev. Yearwoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/11/peoples-climate-march-with-rev-yearwoodPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/11/peoples-climate-march-with-rev-yearwood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/11/peoples-climate-march-with-rev-yearwoodThu, 11 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Rev. Yearwood
Hip Hop Caucus President Rev. Lennox Yearwood will discuss the upcoming massive People's March on Climate in New York City. Other topics: green jobs, the economy, and the climate crisis. On this and future shows, Rev. Yearwood will interview special guests including a Grammy Award winner, members of Congress, and national climate activists.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noclimate change,global warming,green jobs,environment,economyPeoples' Climate March with Rev. YearwoodChicano Chronicles - Guest Robert Dawkinshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/06/chicano-chronicles--guest-robert-dawkinsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/06/chicano-chronicles--guest-robert-dawkins/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/06/chicano-chronicles--guest-robert-dawkinsSat, 06 Sep 2014 19:00:00 GMTJacque Del Rio interviews Robert Dawkins
Robert Dawkins has worked as a grassroots organizer for a number of years, conducting organizing campaigns in Houston and Atlanta for ACORN before becoming their Head Organizer in Charlotte. He has also consulted on various grassroots campaigns for nonprofit groups. He has a BA in Political Science from the University of South Carolina, a Graduate Certificate in Non Profit Management from the University of North Carolina Charlotte and is currently working on a Master’s Degree in Social Justice at Loyola University Chicago. Robert is a board member of the advocacy group Action NC and the Political Action Chair of the Charlotte NAACP.
01:28:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,Robert DawkinsChicano Chronicles - Guest Robert DawkinsPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Rev. Yearwoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/04/people-demanding-action-on-climate-with-rev-yearwoodPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/04/people-demanding-action-on-climate-with-rev-yearwood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/09/04/people-demanding-action-on-climate-with-rev-yearwoodThu, 04 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMTPeople Demanding Action on Climate with Rev. Yearwood
Hip Hop Caucus President Rev. Lennox Yearwood will discuss the upcoming massive People's March on Climate in New York City. Other topics: green jobs, the economy, and the climate crisis. On this and future shows, Rev. Yearwood will interview special guests including a Grammy Award winner, members of Congress, and national climate activists.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noglobal warming,green jobs,Economy,Environment,climate changePeople Demanding Action on Climate with Rev. YearwoodWhy Military Women Need the ERAhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/26/why-military-women-need-the-eraPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/26/why-military-women-need-the-era/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/26/why-military-women-need-the-eraTue, 26 Aug 2014 01:00:00 GMTDiana Danis was the first military woman writing and anchoring radio news on the American Forces Network, Europe in 1974. Danis highlighted the accomplishments of women in the military during her tenure. She pushed members of Congress to investigate sexual harassment, sexual assault and rape in the military as well as lack of services in the VA for mental health treatment. She testified several times in 1991, 92 (Tail hook era) and 93 before House and Senate Armed Services and Veterans Affairs Committees about out of control conditions in the services, victim-blaming, closing of ranks, retaliation and retraumatization of survivors in both DOD and the VA systems.
Paula J. Caplan is a clinical and research psychologist, playwright, director, and actor. She received her A.B. with honors from Radcliffe College of Harvard University and her M.A. and Ph.D. in psychology from Duke University. She is the author of 11 books, the most recent of which is When Johnny and Jane Come Marching Home: How All of Us Can Help Veterans, which won three national nonfiction awards.
The Honorable Betty Folliard is co-owner of Strategy Partners - a business and political consulting firm. Having worked in government at the local, state & national levels, Ms. Folliard served five years, two as vice chair, of the Hopkins School District Board of Directors. She was elected to the Minnesota Legislature in 1996 where she served three terms in the Minnesota House of Representatives - focusing on education, clean environment, strong communities and women’s issues. She then spent 3 1/2 years as Community Representative in the office of Congressman Keith Ellison. Currently she serves as Board Chair of two non-profit boards: Gender Justice - a nonprofit law firm specializing in eliminating gender barriers; and PRISM - a social services organization serving the community with basic needs services.
01:28:00AndreaMiller0noDiana Danis,Paula Caplan,Betty Folliard,military women,equal rights amendmentWhy Military Women Need the ERAThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/23/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/23/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/23/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 23 Aug 2014 19:00:00 GMTGuest is Chief Tom Dostou of the Algonquin tribe. Chief Tom discusses Federally recognized tribes vs. non-Federally recognized tribes, incarceration rates in the Indian nation and other topics with host Jacque DelRio
01:32:00AndreaMiller0noTom Dostou,Algonquin,Indians,Native Americans,reservationThe Chicano ChroniclesMeet Robert Dawkinshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/21/meet-robert-dawkinsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/21/meet-robert-dawkins/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/21/meet-robert-dawkinsThu, 21 Aug 2014 17:00:00 GMTRobert Dawkins has worked as a grassroots organizer for a number of years, conducting organizing campaigns in Houston and Atlanta for ACORN before becoming their Head Organizer in Charlotte. He has also consulted on various grassroots campaigns for nonprofit groups. He has a BA in Political Science from the University of South Carolina, a Graduate Certificate in Non Profit Management from the University of North Carolina Charlotte and is currently working on a Master’s Degree in Social Justice at Loyola University Chicago. Robert is a board member of the advocacy group Action NC and the Political Action Chair of the Charlotte NAACP.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noRobert Dawkins,Democracy North CarolinaMeet Robert DawkinsThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/16/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/16/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/16/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 16 Aug 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio interviews Joel Segal former staffer for Rep. John Conyers. Joel is the author of HR 676 (Expanded and Improved Medicare for All) and the co-author of HR 1000 (Humphrey Hawkins Full Employment and Training Act).
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noJoel Segal,HR 676,Jobs for All,Medicare for AllThe Chicano ChroniclesMeet Lawrence Gaughan - Candidate in VA-05http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/15/meet-lawrence-gaughan--candidate-in-va-05Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/15/meet-lawrence-gaughan--candidate-in-va-05/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/15/meet-lawrence-gaughan--candidate-in-va-05Fri, 15 Aug 2014 17:00:00 GMTLawrence Gaughan is the Democratic nomine for Congress from the Virginia 5th District. He was born in the heart of Virginia’s 5th Congressional district. A native of Charlottesville, he is the founder of the non-partisan, non-profit organization, GOV360. Lawrence is also a credited actor, director and producer in the entertainment industry, where he has been a trade union member in the Screen Actors Guild since 1996.
In 2010, Lawrence founded GOV360 as an educational 501 (c)(3). He acquired grant funding from Google and other sources and began conducting research into the crisis of low civic participation, especially focusing on local and non-presidential elections. While continuing to work as an actor and serving as the CEO of GOV360, Lawrence found time to travel to Nicaragua to observe that country’s 2012 municipal elections, which, for the first time in that nation’s history, called for equal representation by women.
Between 2011 and 2013, Lawrence attended Pepperdine University, where he received his Masters degree in Social Change Theory, graduating with honors. Lawrence has turned over daily operations of the non-partisan organization he founded, and is now dedicated full time to working on his campaign. Lawrence is very proud of his lifelong connection to central Virginia as well as his years of dedication and service to the Democratic Party and his voter engagement work.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noLawrence GaughanMeet Lawrence Gaughan - Candidate in VA-05The Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/09/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/09/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/09/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 09 Aug 2014 19:00:00 GMTMain stream media and communities of color
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noJacque DelRio,main stream mediaThe Chicano ChroniclesThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/02/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/02/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/08/02/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 02 Aug 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio interviews former Vermot State Senator Ben Ptashnik on the Detroit Water Shutoffs and the election of the Detroit Mayor.
01:02:00AndreaMiller0noFormer State Senator Ben Prashnik,Detroit Water Shutoffs,Election IntegrityThe Chicano ChroniclesThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/19/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/19/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/19/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 19 Jul 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio talks with Andrea Miller, PDA National Co-Executive Director and Joel Segal, former Legislative Aide to Rep. John Conyers about institutional racism in America, media and communities of color and the Detroit Water Shut Offs and where we go from here.
01:31:00AndreaMiller0noChicano community,racial profiling,Detroit Water Shut offsThe Chicano ChroniclesThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/12/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/12/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/12/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 12 Jul 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio with special guests Monica Patrick Lewis of the Detroit Water Brigade and We the People of Detroit.and Ben Ptashnik, National Coordinator of the National Election Integrity Coalition. Tune in to get the latest news on the Detroit Water Shutoffs and the latest version of American genocide.
Monica Lewis Patrick is a mother, organizer, educator, entrepreneur, activist, mentor and motivational speaker. She is the founder of We the People of Detroit and is actively engaged in almost every struggle on behalf of Detroit’s residents. As a former Legislative Policy Analyst for Detroit City Council, under the mentorship of former City Councilwoman Honorable Joann Watson, Monica has authored legislation, conducted research and delivered consulting services to hundreds of city residents. She has organized numerous rallies, hosting notables such as Dr. Angela Davis, Dr. Maulana Karenga, and Dr. Claude Anderson and was the lead organizer of the largest rally in Detroit against the Emergency Manager Law, chaired by the Honorable John Conyers and the Honorable Joann Watson. Monica is a grassroots leader who stands firm in voice and deed when it comes to maintaining and protecting the quality of life and integrity for all Detroiters and is currently one of the leaders at the forefront of the water struggles in Detroit.
Ben Ptashnik is a lifelong activist, former state senator and chief sponsor of Vermont's groundbreaking campaign finance reform: The VT Clean Elections Act. He is the NEIC National Coordinator.
01:03:00AndreaMiller0noChicano community,racial profiling,Detroit Water ShutoffsThe Chicano ChroniclesDetroit Water Shutoffshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/11/detroit-water-shutoffsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/11/detroit-water-shutoffs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/11/detroit-water-shutoffsFri, 11 Jul 2014 18:00:00 GMTSpecial guests Monica Patrick Lewis, We the People of Detroit and the Detroit Water Brigade and Ben Zion Ptashnik
Monica Lewis Patrick is a mother, organizer, educator, entrepreneur, activist, mentor and motivational speaker. She is the founder of We the People of Detroit and is actively engaged in almost every struggle on behalf of Detroit’s residents. As a former Legislative Policy Analyst for Detroit City Council, under the mentorship of former City Councilwoman Honorable Joann Watson, Monica has authored legislation, conducted research and delivered consulting services to hundreds of city residents. She has organized numerous rallies, hosting notables such as Dr. Angela Davis, Dr. Maulana Karenga, and Dr. Claude Anderson and was the lead organizer of the largest rally in Detroit against the Emergency Manager Law, chaired by the Honorable John Conyers and the Honorable Joann Watson. Monica is a grassroots leader who stands firm in voice and deed when it comes to maintaining and protecting the quality of life and integrity for all Detroiters and is currently one of the leaders at the forefront of the water struggles in Detroit.
Ben Ptashnik is a lifelong activist, former state senator and chief sponsor of Vermont's groundbreaking campaign finance reform: The VT Clean Elections Act. He is the National Elections Integrity Coaition National Coordinator.
01:20:00AndreaMiller0noDetroit,water shut offs,Gov. Rick Snyder,We The People of Detroit,Detroit Water BrigadeDetroit Water ShutoffsThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/05/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/05/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/07/05/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 05 Jul 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio - Special Guest today is Rafael Bautiste
Rafael Bautista was going to put his young daughter’s feet into the ocean for the first time when he was approached by a couple of ‘not so nice’ cops.
What happened next was another terrible example of police officers ‘protecting and serving.’
Read more at http://thefreethoughtproject.com/san-diego-police-harass-violate-man-holds-infant-daughter/#TqiUBEeS1m1IoI5T.99
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noChicano community,racial profiling,Rafael BautisteThe Chicano ChroniclesMississippi Freedom Summer 2014http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/30/mississippi-freedom-summer-2014Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/30/mississippi-freedom-summer-2014/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/30/mississippi-freedom-summer-2014Mon, 30 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMTIn the summer of 1964, hundreds of summer volunteers from across America convened in Mississippi to put an end to the system of rigid segregation. The civil rights workers and the summer volunteers successfully challenged the denial by the state of Mississippi to keep Blacks from voting, getting a decent education, and holding elected offices.
As a result of the Freedom Summer of 1964, some of the barriers to voting have been eliminated and Mississippi has close to 1000 Black state and local elected officials. In fact, Mississippi has more Black elected officials than any other state in the union. While the Freedom Summer of ’64 made profound changes in the state of Mississippi and the country, much remains to be accomplished.
David Dennis was among the Freedom Riders who paved the way for Freedom Summer student volunteers.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noDavid Dennis,Freedom Summer,Mississippi,voting rightsMississippi Freedom Summer 2014The Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/28/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/28/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/28/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 28 Jun 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noChicano community,racial profilingThe Chicano ChroniclesThe Chicano Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/21/the-chicano-chroniclesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/21/the-chicano-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/21/the-chicano-chroniclesSat, 21 Jun 2014 19:00:00 GMTHost Jacque DelRio interviews guests Chris Silva (brother of slain David Silva) and their attorney David Kohn.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noChicano community,racial profilingThe Chicano ChroniclesThe Progress Reporthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/11/the-progress-reportPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/11/the-progress-report/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/11/the-progress-reportWed, 11 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMTJoin Andrea Miller and Jacque DelRio for a look at the Chicano Community and the Democratic Party.
The DNC believes that states like Texas will soon turn blue because of the large number of potential Hispanic voters. Who are these voters and what is their relationship with the Democratic Party?
Jacque is a Chicano advocate and community activist living in Murrieta, California. He is currently writing a book, 'the Chicano Chronicles: and the resurgence of the Confederacy" and with this hopes to create an intellectual movement within the Chicano community.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noDemocratic Party,Hispanic,diversity,Activism,Jacque DelRioThe Progress ReportSpiritual Activismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/05/spiritual-activismPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/05/spiritual-activism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/05/spiritual-activismThu, 05 Jun 2014 17:00:00 GMTThe Rev. Dr. Sid Gates is an ordained Presbyterian (USA) minister and licensed marriage and family therapist (partner) in a private psychotherapy practice in Augusta, GA. He was conferred degrees from the University of Georgia (B.A.), Valdosta State University (M.S.), and Union Presbyterian Seminary (D.Min.). Dr. Gates provides individual, couples, family therapy, and pastoral counseling; he has recognized expertise in providing therapy for grief, reconciliation, and theopathogical concerns.
He has been a three-time presenter for the annual national conference for the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy; his presentation on brief, solution-focused grief therapy was selected part of the “Best Of” series. Dr. Gates has renown as a community and regional presenter/organizer interfacing issues of spirituality and the behavioral sciences. His “spiritual activism” has morphed into community-and-beyond education targeting issues of the “common good.” He is a cofounder of the Progressive Religious Coalition of Augusta and a framer for the Coalition for Mental and Spiritual Health Ministries and its “interfaith” application. Dr. Gates is the current Chaplain for the Richmond County (Augusta) Democratic Party. His wife of twenty-five years is a Registered Nurse and he has a daughter who is in nursing school.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0nospiritual activismSpiritual ActivismMeet Jacque Gonzalezhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/03/meet-jacque-gonzalezPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/03/meet-jacque-gonzalez/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/06/03/meet-jacque-gonzalezTue, 03 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMTIntroducing our newest show, The Chicano Chronicle
01:01:00AndreaMiller0no,Meet Jacque GonzalezFaith and Progressive Politicshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/05/08/faith-and-progressive-politicsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/05/08/faith-and-progressive-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/05/08/faith-and-progressive-politicsThu, 08 May 2014 15:00:00 GMT
Rodney Sadler served as Mecklenburg Ministries’ Board member for six years between 2006 and 2012. Rodney served on Mecklenburg Ministries’ Clergy Advisory Board since its inception. Rodney played a crucial role in Mecklenburg Ministries' Mission/Vision Task Force, going through a careful process to evaluate and craft the currently used Mission and Vision statements.
Rodney was one of the first participants in Souls of White Folk program and was involved in all the subsequent projects over the past 7 years.
Russ and Rodney each participated in the first round of SWF in 2006, Russ as a white clergy dialogue group participant, and Rodney as a black clergy advisor. They both helped to establish the "clergy lunch" program and participated in the first interfaith clergy Habitat build. As participants together in the first "all souls" retreat, they joined with other Christian clergy who were interested in reaching out to more conservative leaders and congregations, an effort the participants named "Spectrum." Since that time, Rodney and Russ have continued to be "go to" folks for dismantling racism work, including the pilot session of a mixed-race clergy seminar held during the summer of 2012.
In addition to their public work, Russ and Rodney have modeled interfaith and interracial relationships together. Soon after they became acquainted, Russ approached Rodney, realizing that although he had African-American acquaintances, he did not have any close black friends he could talk with on a deeper, more intimate level. Rodney agreed to be that friend. Russ and Rodney have been working together to build bridges and advance racial and interfaith understanding ever since.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRev. Rodney Sadler,Moral Mondays,progressive politicsFaith and Progressive PoliticsConversation with Ron Whitehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/05/02/conversation-with-ron-whitePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/05/02/conversation-with-ron-white/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/05/02/conversation-with-ron-whiteFri, 02 May 2014 17:00:00 GMTRon’s thirty year involvement in social change philanthropy was incubated in the crucible of southern civil rights struggles during his youth in Columbus, Georgia and college anti-war activism in the Mid-West. His work for the Catholic Church at the Diocesan and National levels began his career in community based social change, and led to his involvement in philanthropy. This new focus saw him exercise leadership at every level within the field of grantmaking. Since starting Building Utopia Consulting, LLC in 2004, the majority of Ron’s work has focused on promoting and evaluating bottom-up strategies involving community engagement and ending in policy and institutional change. His experience with foundations has led to a strong understanding of community organizing and a variety of community-based economic development strategies.
Ron recently served as interim director for Southern Partners Fund, a regional fund governed by and for rural community organizations.
His professional and consulting work with and for grantmakers has encompassed the full variety of foundations: private, religious grantmakers, family foundations, individual donors, and public charities. His twenty-five years of work in foundations have included positions as program officer, senior program officer, program director, executive director and board trustee. Since 2004, through his consulting services, he has assisted foundations and funding “collaboratives”, with program planning, evaluations, organizational and leadership development, board training, and a variety of other personalized services.
Ron holds an M.A in Comparative Religion, from Miami University, Ohio, and has graduate work in Administrative Leadership at University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Ron is married with two adult children, is an adventurous eater and a lover of the performing arts.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRon White,Building Utopia,grantmakingConversation with Ron WhiteConversation with Monique Teal - DFAhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/28/conversation-with-monique-teal--dfaPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/28/conversation-with-monique-teal--dfa/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/28/conversation-with-monique-teal--dfaMon, 28 Apr 2014 17:00:00 GMTMonique began organizing while attending college- working on a number of city and statewide issues and for progressive candidates ranging from former Ashland City Councilor, Cate Hartzell to Oregon's Secretary of State, Kate Brown. Monique first joined DFA after two years as the National Field Director for the US Student Association (USSA). While with USSA, she worked to hold state and national leaders accountable on key progressive issues, such as education, healthcare, immigration reform and labor rights by mobilizing college and university campuses. For the 2010 election, she organized voter registration, education and get-out-the-vote efforts on more than 100 campuses resulting in over 70,000 registered voters. Once the 111th Congressional session wrapped, Monique moved to DFA. Throughout 2011 she trained, recruited and developed activists, organizers and candidates in grassroots tactics and strategy. In 2012, Monique directed CREDO SuperPAC's campaign to defeat the worst tea-party members of Congress. After a successful campaign, Monique happily returned to DFA to continue advancing a progressive vision in the United States.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noMonique Teal,DFA,voter registration,mobilizing studentsConversation with Monique Teal - DFAMeet Ronny Richardshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/18/meet-ronny-richardsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/18/meet-ronny-richards/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/18/meet-ronny-richardsFri, 18 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMTRonny Richards is a Congressional candidate in the Ohio Second District. His service as a U.S. Army medic in Vietnam and his keen sense of history have shaped his perspective that U.S. military intervention should be approached cautiously. He believes in protecting the environment, as he worked for 26 years in the Division of Forestry in the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. He supports renewable energy, lives green and runs a small farming operation. He also is a union supporter who was a proud member of AFSCME/OCSEA Chapter 7310 for 24 years, serving 9 years as Secretary.
Ronny also serves his community in many volunteer positions. He was a volunteer firefighter for Nile Township Fire Department for 10 years, is a member of the Ohio Farm Bureau, Greater Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, American Legion Post 23 and a lay leader of the Friendship United Methodist Church. He and his wife Cyndie have resided in Scioto County for over 40 years and his four children and seven grandchildren live nearby. He is running for Congress because he believes the country is off course and the concerns of the Appalachian residents of the people of the second congressional district are not being addressed.
01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRonny Richards,Ohio 2nd District,progressive politics,ERAMeet Ronny RichardsPDA 10th Anniversaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/18/pda-10th-anniversaryPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/18/pda-10th-anniversary/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2014/04/18/pda-10th-anniversaryFri, 18 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMTJoin PDA Political Director, Steve Cobble and Board Chair Mimi Kennedy as they discuss PDA the first 10 years and what the future holds for the progressive PAC.
01:30:00AndreaMiller0noMimi Kennedy,Steve Cobble,Progressive Democrats of America,politicsPDA 10th AnniversaryMeet Andy Shallalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/12/20/meet-andy-shallalPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/12/20/meet-andy-shallal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/12/20/meet-andy-shallalFri, 20 Dec 2013 17:00:00 GMTMeet progressive restaurant owner Andy Shallal who will be talking about his plan for Washington, DC.
Andy is a husband, father, and grandfather who lives in Adams Morgan. (Read Andy's Story here.)
Entrepreneur
Andy is an artist, social entrepreneur and the founder of Busboys and Poets and Eatonville Restaurant.
Activist
Andy has founded or co-founded several peace and justice organizations and holds leadership positions in numerous others. He is on the board of trustees for the Institute for Policy Studies and the Co-founder of Think Local First DC, a local business association of over 400 local and independent businesses working to make DC’s business scene more unique and vibrant. Last year in response to the living wage debate, he helped found RAISE (Restaurant Advancing Industry Standards in Employment), a business association of owners interested in improving business practices in the restaurant industry. He has served on the boards of several arts and peace organizations including The Anacostia Community Museum, DC Vote and the Washington Peace Center.
01:00:00AndreaMiller0noAndy Shallal,DC Mayor,candidateMeet Andy ShallalMeet DAndre Teeterhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/11/05/meet-dandre-teeterPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/11/05/meet-dandre-teeter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/11/05/meet-dandre-teeterTue, 05 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT D'Andre Teeter is a founding Member of October 22nd Coalition to Stop Police Brutality, Repression and the Criminalization of a Generation. He is also the Bay Area Organizer for the Stop Mass Incarceration Network and a contributor to Revolution newspaper, RevCom.us01:03:00AndreaMiller0noDAndre Teeter,Stop Mass Incarceration Network,October 22nd Stop Police Brutality,solitary confinement,California prison hunger strikeMeet DAndre TeeterJesse Friersonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/10/28/jesse-friersonPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/10/28/jesse-frierson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/10/28/jesse-friersonMon, 28 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMTMeet Jesse Frierson, Executive Director of Virginia Alliance Against Mass Incarceration.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noJesse Frierson,mass incarceration,restoration of voting rights,Virginia Alliance Against Mass Incarceration,voter empowermentJesse FriersonMeet Kamala Lopezhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/10/11/meet-kamala-lopezPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/10/11/meet-kamala-lopez/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/10/11/meet-kamala-lopezFri, 11 Oct 2013 01:00:00 GMTKamala Lopez is a filmmaker, actress and Yale graduate who is presently directing The E.R.A. Education Project, a national media campaign to raise awareness about the Equal Rights Amendment and of the importance of gender equality under Federal law. Lopez is the winner of the 2011 Woman of Courage Award from the National Women’s Political Caucus for her work to further civil rights and equality and was named one of the 21 Leaders for the 21st Century by Women's eNews in 2012.Born in New York City to an Indian mother and a Venezuelan father, Lopez is known for her many roles in televis01:00:00AndreaMiller0noKamala Lopez,ERA,film maker,education project,Women HistoryMeet Kamala LopezMeet Brett Hulmehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/27/meet-brett-hulmePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/27/meet-brett-hulme/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/27/meet-brett-hulmeFri, 27 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMT Brett is a 23+ year dues paying member of the Office & Professional Employees Union Local 277 which has a collective bargaining agreement with American Income Life Insurance Company. Brett became a delegate to the Savannah Regional Central Labor Council (then known as Trades & Labor Assembly of Savannah) in 1990. Elected to VP in 1991 and served to 2000 where he was elected President and serves in that capacity today. Some accomplishments over the past 23 years in the Central Labor Council: Introduced and adopted a PAC fund to the CLC in mid 1990’s; Helped organize local unions into Labor Council by inclusion growing affiliates from 21 to 44 currently (all this with plant closures and mergers); Brought working families to be a major influence in Local and State jurisdictional elections; Enabled that influence to allow multiple board appointments for Union members; Recipient of the GA AFL-CIO “True Blue” Award for volunteerism. Married to Christine and has a step son. 01:00:00AndreaMiller0noBrett Hulme,labor unions,Central Labor Councils,AFL-CIO,Office and Professional Employees UnionMeet Brett HulmeConversation with Progressive Majorityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/20/conversation-with-progressive-majorityPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/20/conversation-with-progressive-majority/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/20/conversation-with-progressive-majorityFri, 20 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMT Bernie Horn, Senior Advisor for the Public Leadership Institute and the Progressive Majority Action Fund, has worked in politics for more than 25 years as a lawyer, lobbyist, political consultant, policy director, and communications trainer. Bernie is the co-author of Voicing Our Values: A Message Guide for Candidates, published in 2012, and author of Framing the Future: How Progressive Values Can Win Elections and Influence People, published in 2008. He was previously a Senior Fellow at the Campaign for America’s Future, where he worked on domestic policy and wrote Making Sense: A Progressive Guide to 8 Initiatives that Will Shape America’s Future. Between 2000 and 2008, Bernie was Senior Director for Policy and Communications at the Center for Policy Alternatives (CPA). Among other things, he wrote CPA’s flagship policy books: eight editions of the Progressive Agenda for the States and two editions of the Progressive Platform for the States. While at CPA, he taught message framing to hundreds of elected officials and candidates. Gloria A. Totten is the President of Progressive Majority, a national multi-issue organization dedicated to electing progressive champions at the state and local levels. Gloria created Progressive Majority in 2001, and has developed what is now the most comprehensive national progressive candidate recruitment program in the country. Under Gloria's leadership, Progressive Majority has established permanent state offices in Arizona, California, Colorado, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Washington and Wisconsin. She has also worked to establish the Racial Justice Campaign, a Progressive Majority program to prioritize the election of candidates of color.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noBernie Horn,Gloria Totten,Progressive Majority,candidate recruitment,Racial Justice CampaignConversation with Progressive MajorityDavid Robin - GA Democratic Values Projecthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/13/david-robin--ga-democratic-values-projectPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/13/david-robin--ga-democratic-values-project/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/09/13/david-robin--ga-democratic-values-projectFri, 13 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMT The Georgia Democratic Values Project was established in Georgia in November 2010. Its mission is to develop progressives' ability to express our values and to frame issues in terms of those values. This is done in several ways: On our website, valuesmessage.org, we provide links to resources and tools that are useful in formulating messages that meet those objectives. We send to our email list comments on and links to current items in the news and on progressive websites. We speak to county Democratic parties about Democratic values. We advocate for activities in Georgia that will help to move progressive organizations toward better messaging. The Georgia Progressive Exchange, for example, was an effort to bring many progressive organizations together to overcome the issue silos that tend to divide us by focusing on our common values (and building trust and a sense of community among these organizations). While the project was established in Georgia, its objectives and resources are applicable nationwide. A Facebook group facilitates discussion among members. 01:00:00AndreaMiller0noDavid Robinson,GA Democratic Values Project,Progressive Values,The New South,GeorgiaDavid Robin - GA Democratic Values ProjectJoin Dana and Joseph Siegelmanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/30/join-dana-and-joseph-siegelmanPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/30/join-dana-and-joseph-siegelman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/30/join-dana-and-joseph-siegelmanFri, 30 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMT Join Dana and Joseph Siegleman as they discuss their efforts to free their father, former Alabama Governor Don Siegelman - an American political prisoner. Visit the Website http://www.free-don.org and sign the petition. You can amplify your voice if you are on Facebook, Twitter or Tumblr by joining our Thunderclap - Help Us Get Our Dad Back.01:30:00AndreaMiller0noDon Siegelman,Free Don Siegelman,Dana Siegelman,political prisoner,AlabamaJoin Dana and Joseph SiegelmanLori Wallach on the TPPhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/29/lori-wallach-on-the-tppPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/29/lori-wallach-on-the-tpp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/29/lori-wallach-on-the-tppThu, 29 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMT Lori M. Wallach has been director of Public Citizen's Global Trade Watch division since 1995. Wallach is an expert on the operations and outcomes of trade policies such as NAFTA, WTO, CAFTA and more. She is steeped in the domestic and international politics of current trade negotiations and disputes. Wallach works closely with Congress and civil society, scholars, and activists in the U.S and developing countries to foster the growing debate about implications of different models of globalization on jobs, off-shoring, wages, the environment, public health and food safety; equality and social justice and democratically accountable governance. Visit http://www.citizen.org/TPP for more information. We will be joined by activist Liz Warren who will talk about more actions we can take to stop the TPP. MoveOn Petition to Stop FastTrack TPP 01:00:00AndreaMiller0noLori Wallach,Trans Pacific Partnership,Public Citizen Global Trade Watch,trade policy,Liz WarrenLori Wallach on the TPPThe Climate Crisis - Expanding the Discussion to Adaptationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/28/the-climate-crisis--expanding-the-discussion-to-adaptationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/28/the-climate-crisis--expanding-the-discussion-to-adaptation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/28/the-climate-crisis--expanding-the-discussion-to-adaptationWed, 28 Aug 2013 01:00:00 GMT Panel discussion on the Climate Crisis Barbara H. Warren, MD, MPH, PSR ExecDirector., PDA Tucson Steering Comm member, Project Director "Climate Smart Southwest" (CSSW) project Eve Shapiro, MD, MPH, PSR AZ Board member and PDA,Tucson Steering Comm memb- leading childhood education on Climate change Workgroup for CSSW David Schaller, Planning Committee, Climate Smart Southwest - leading Food Security Workgroup for CSSW Donna Branch Gilby, PSR Board Member, Planning Committee, Climate Smart Southwest - leading vulnerable communities Workgroup fpr CSSW 00:59:00AndreaMiller0noClimate Crisis,Barbara Warren,Eve Shapiro,David Schaller,Donna Branch GilbyThe Climate Crisis - Expanding the Discussion to AdaptationDan Futrell - The Truman Projecthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/16/dan-futrell--the-truman-projectPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/16/dan-futrell--the-truman-project/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/16/dan-futrell--the-truman-projectFri, 16 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMT Dan serves as the Regional Director for the Truman Project's chapter in New England. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served as an Infantry Officer for five years ending 2010. Throughout his military career, Dan served 27 months deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, and has commanded at the Platoon and Company levels. Dan completed his service as an Aide to the Chief of Staff of the Operational Headquarters of U.S. forces in Iraq. For his service, he was twice awarded the Bronze Star Medal, as well as the Combat Infantryman's Badge and the Ranger Tab. After completing a Masters in Public Policy at Harvard where he was a Rappaport Public Policy Fellow and a Tillman Military Scholar, Dan began working with urban youth to close the opportunity divide as the Director of Operations and Strategy at Year Up, a national non-profit based in Boston. Dan holds a strong belief that education and economics can create sustainable peace, and has attempted to make his own local change through education. Dan is currently a candidate for School Committee in Somerville, MA.01:01:00AndreaMiller0noDan Futrell,Truman National Security Project,Center for National Policy,National Security,militaryDan Futrell - The Truman ProjectConversation with Clean Currentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/09/conversation-with-clean-currentsPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/09/conversation-with-clean-currents/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/09/conversation-with-clean-currentsFri, 09 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTGary co-founded Clean Currents, LLC after several years of working in the nonprofit environmental field as an advocate for clean energy solutions to global warming. He founded the Clean Energy Partnership in 2004, a non profit greenbusiness group based in Maryland, where among other things, he led efforts to market global warming solutions to small businesses. Gary was the lead advocate for passage of the landmark 2004 Maryland Renewable Portfolio Standard and the 2006 Maryland Healthy Air Act. He has worked for groups such as Greenpeace, Sierra Club and the Chesapeake Climate Action Network. Gary also has a background in public relations and marketing, as well as television writing for CNN. He has a B.A. from Vassar College and an M.A from the University of Miami, Florida.01:01:00AndreaMiller0noClean Currents LLC,environment,green business,Clean Energy Partnership,Stephen ShaffConversation with Clean CurrentsConversation with Phyllis Stenersonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/02/conversation-with-phyllis-stenersonPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/02/conversation-with-phyllis-stenerson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/08/02/conversation-with-phyllis-stenersonFri, 02 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMT After many years of political activism, including two stints working for Members of Congress, Phyllis Stenerson thought the world was moving along fairly well without her vigilance. She walked away from politics to become an artist. Then, the tragedy of September 11 happened. When her adult son called and asked “What will happen now?” Phyllis responded by readily assuring him that our government is so strong, we will be all right. Then the buildup to preemptive war with Iraq began. That outrageous action was the catalyst that sent Phyllis back into the political arena, reactivated and ready to fight for peace. MoveOn.org sponsored a project for citizens to visit Members of Congress and Phyllis organized her District. More MoveOn.org actions followed and then she worked fiercely to elect John Kerry. The disappointment in the candidate, the campaign and the outcome was stunning. When she heard about an organizing conference for a new organization, she was ready. Phyllis joined about 500 activists for a snowy January weekend in Washington, DC and became a charter member of Progressive Democrats of America. She has been a contributing, active member ever since. At that conference, a panel discussion about religion in politics ignited a new passion and she has been studying and writing about moral politics and worldview ever since. ProgressiveValues.org is the website Phyllis developed to make this body of knowledge accessible to the public.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noPhyllis Stenerson,Progressive Values,Visit Congress Members,Iraq War,moral politicsConversation with Phyllis StenersonConversation with Joe Brewerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/26/conversation-with-joe-brewerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/26/conversation-with-joe-brewer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/26/conversation-with-joe-brewerFri, 26 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTJoe is the Founder and Director of Cognitive Policy Works. He is an innovation strategist who weaves together brilliant people and ideas to create integrated solutions at the intersections of the advocacy, policy, and technology worlds. Throughout the last decade Joe has sought to understand human values and behavior through the study of cognitive semantics and complex systems with the goal of helping build livable communities for the 21st Century. Much of his work has focused on values, identity, and modes of thought that shape cultural understandings of political and social issues.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noJoe Brewer,Cognitive Policy Works,semantics,human values,human behaviousConversation with Joe BrewerConversation with Sam Munger - ALICEhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/19/conversation-with-sam-munger--alicePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/19/conversation-with-sam-munger--alice/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/19/conversation-with-sam-munger--aliceFri, 19 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMT Sam Munger (JD, New York University; BA, Amherst College) is the assistant director for outreach and development at ALICE. His work at COWS has covered a range of state policy issues; most recently, he has been researching and writing on issues of state finance and ways to democratize the banking industry. Prior to joining COWS and the ALICE project, Sam worked at a variety of policy organizations in Washington, D.C. He was a research assistant at The Nation magazine, a legislative researcher for Public Citizen, and an analyst for The Mellman Group, a progressive national political consulting firm. He also clerked for two years in the Southern District of New York and worked for John Kerry’s presidential campaign.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noSam Munger,ALICE,Center for State Innovation,conservative model legislation,progressive model legislationConversation with Sam Munger - ALICEWhat's Next - After the NOW Conventionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/18/whats-next--after-the-now-convention-1Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/18/whats-next--after-the-now-convention-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/18/whats-next--after-the-now-convention-1Thu, 18 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT Update from the NOW Convention from Cathy Kaelin, Tammy Simkins, Eileen Davis, Desiree Jordan, Rebecca Otto. Information on NOW Convention resolutions. Where are we now with SJ Res 15 and HJ Res 43 and what do we need to do. Participate in the July 22nd Thunderclap. https://www.thunderclap.it/projects/3036-riseup-for-alice-ratifyera?locale=en01:01:00AndreaMiller0noNOW Convention,Equal Rights Amendment,Thunderclap,Resolutions,Getting Active with the ERAWhat's Next - After the NOW ConventionMeet John Johnson - PDA Nevada State Coordinatorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/18/meet-john-johnson--pda-nevada-state-coordinatorPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/18/meet-john-johnson--pda-nevada-state-coordinator/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/18/meet-john-johnson--pda-nevada-state-coordinatorThu, 18 Jul 2013 01:00:00 GMT John is the youngest of nine siblings and also the youngest PDA State Coordinator. Both parents were actively involved in their community working for social justice and John continues in his parents footsteps. Since 2008 he has been very active in in politics both inside and outside the Democratic Party. John was the founder of the Alameda County United Young Democrats. He worked on the Oscar Grant Movement which was in response to a Oakland BART Police incident when an officer shot and killed an unarmed black man as was part of the movement that shut down the Oakland Port twice. In 2012 John moved to Las Vegas NV. Since moving to Las Vegas he has joined the Clark County and State Democratic Central Committees. Additionally, John started the United Democratic Caucus of Clark County. Currently, John is running for Chair of the Clark County Democratic Committee in Las Vegas.01:01:00AndreaMiller0noJohn Johnson,PDA Nevada,Clark County,Las Vegas,Democratic committeeMeet John Johnson - PDA Nevada State CoordinatorThe War on Drugs - Stolen Liveshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/11/the-war-on-drugs--stolen-livesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/11/the-war-on-drugs--stolen-lives/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/07/11/the-war-on-drugs--stolen-livesThu, 11 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMT “It has become clear to me that while we fill our prisons with low-level drug offenders, the illegal drug trade, drug abuse and addiction continue in the face of the 'War on Drugs.'" David Long During the 1980s, David witnessed first-hand how the lives of young men and women were drastically changed as they were sentenced to decades in prison as a result of their involvement in drugs. Later, as a professor of criminal justice and legal studies, David became convinced that the “War on Drugs” is an unsound policy and is, in fact, doing great harm to our society in many ways. As a professor, David began to notice and conduct research into how our nation’s drug policies lead to prison overcrowding and a disconnect in our social priorities. His research is what led him to LEAP. “It has become clear to me that while we fill our prisons with low-level drug offenders, the illegal drug trade, drug abuse and addiction continue in the face of the “War on Drugs.” Until drugs are legalized and addiction and abuse are treated first and foremost as public health issues, the nation will face continuing problems resulting from overcrowded criminal dockets, overcrowded prisons, deaths as a result of drug overdosing, street violence, the spread of01:01:00AndreaMiller0noDavid Long,LEAP,war on drugs,drug policies,legalizationThe War on Drugs - Stolen LivesDessa Cosma-King Social Justice Activisthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/06/28/dessa-cosma-king-social-justice-activistPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/06/28/dessa-cosma-king-social-justice-activist/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/06/28/dessa-cosma-king-social-justice-activistFri, 28 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT Dessa Cosma-King is a life long social justice activist with experience in the women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, environmental and disability justice movements. She is the Michigan Program Director for Center for Progressive Leadership/Social Justice Leadership. In her role, she recruits budding and seasoned progressive leaders and facilitates comprehensive political leadership trainings for those that want to be better social justice organizers and advocates and for those that want to manage campaigns or run for office. Dessa is a proud Little person, who uses her experience with a disability to challenge ableist thinking and action. She has undergraduate degrees in Women’s Studies, Anthropology and International Affairs from the University of Georgia, as well as a Masters in Social Justice fromMarygrove College in Detroit. She lives in Michigan with her partner, Ryan, and writes for Shetroit.com, a women’s blog dedicated to the powerful stories of women living in Detroit.01:01:00AndreaMiller0noDessa Cosma-King,Womens Rights,Center for Progressive Leadership,ableist thinking,leadership trainingDessa Cosma-King Social Justice ActivistConversation with Donna Smithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/31/conversation-with-donna-smithPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/31/conversation-with-donna-smith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/31/conversation-with-donna-smithFri, 31 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT We first met Donna Smith in the movie Sicko. Since then Donna has worked tirelessly for Medicare for All and now Healthcare as a Human Right. In February Donna moved back to Colorado where she is working on legislation to help Colorado citizens receive Healthcare as a Human right.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noDonna Smith,Sicko,Healthcare as a Human Right,State single payer,Medicare for AllConversation with Donna SmithConversation with Michael Lighty NNUhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/30/progressive-conversation-with-michael-lighty-nnuPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/30/progressive-conversation-with-michael-lighty-nnu/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/30/progressive-conversation-with-michael-lighty-nnuThu, 30 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT Michael Lighty is currently the Director of Administration and Public Policy for the California Nurses Association (CNA). He manages CNA’s national effort for healthcare reform on the single-payer model, an issue he has worked on since 1991. He was campaign manager for the clean money initiative, Prop 89, which won a prestigious Pollie award for its phone campaign. In 2006, he coordinated CNA’s successful effort to reverse California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s rollback of CNA’s landmark hospital nurse-to-patient staffing law. CNA was a leader in the electoral rejection of Schwarzenegger’s special election ballot measures in November 2005. Lighty joined the CNA in 1994 as a Labor Representative and served as Political Director, coordinating a state-wide ballot initiative campaign for HMO reform in 1996. He was then-Mayor Jerry Brown’s first appointee to the Oakland Planning Commission, where he served for more than seven years. He has been active with nonprofit organizations devoted to healthcare reform, voter registration, urban planning, and lesbian and gay equality. 01:00:00AndreaMiller0noMichael Lighty,National Nurses United,California Nurses Association,Medicare for All,progresive politicsConversation with Michael Lighty NNUThe Womens Room with Medea Benjaminhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/28/the-womens-room-with-medea-benjaminPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/28/the-womens-room-with-medea-benjamin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/28/the-womens-room-with-medea-benjaminTue, 28 May 2013 01:00:00 GMT Status of the ERA and women using their power. Meet Medea Benjamin co-founder of CodePink and Global Exchange. Medea has used her power to call attention to social justice and peace issues worldwide.01:04:00AndreaMiller0noMedea Benjamin,Code Pink,Global Exchange,activism,speaking outThe Womens Room with Medea BenjaminMeet Freeda Cathcart - ERA Candidatehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/21/meet-freeda-cathcart--era-candidatePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/21/meet-freeda-cathcart--era-candidate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/21/meet-freeda-cathcart--era-candidateTue, 21 May 2013 01:00:00 GMT Freeda Cathcart is running for the 17th House of Delegates in southwest Virginia. The Virginia Senate has recently passed the ERA but the House of Delegates has refused to bring it to a vote. Freeda promoted the petition to the White House to support the ERA to help make sure that the petition received enough votes before the deadline expired. She made sure that Virginia was well represented in the total vote count. Freeda is working hard to be elected this fall so that she can cast her vote for the ERA in Virginia's General Assembly. Freeda is the great-granddaughter of a suffragette who was a member of the League of Women Voters after women won the right to vote. Freeda is working to re-activate a local chapter of the League of Women Voters. Women need to use their power to vote to advance women's rights and they need to influence men to support their efforts. Freeda Cathcart has spent her life advocating for families in The Roanoke Valley and across Virginia. She's been a strong voice on issues of education and healthcare in Virginia. Freeda has helped shape public policy to improve the lives of middle class families and women. When elected Freeda will work hard in the General Assembly for families in our Commonwealth. A graduate of Roanoke College, Freeda has been a public school social studies teacher and has worked as a Reinsurance Specialist for Shenandoah Life Insurance Company. Freeda also has worked for the Child Health Investment Partnership as a Parent Educator where she helped families with newborn babies throughout the Roanoke Valley from different socioeconomic backgrounds. As an appointee of Governor Tim Kaine, Freeda served as a Consumer Representative on the Advisory Board for Midwifery. 01:00:00AndreaMiller0noFreeda Cathcart,Virginia General Assembly,Candidate 17th District,ERA,suffragetteMeet Freeda Cathcart - ERA CandidateMimi Kennedy on the ERAhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/14/mimi-kennedy-on-the-eraPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/14/mimi-kennedy-on-the-era/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/05/14/mimi-kennedy-on-the-eraTue, 14 May 2013 18:00:00 GMTJoin PDA Advisory Board Chair, Mimi Kennedy in a discussion of the Equal Rights Amendment and how it impacts work and life today.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noERA,Mimi Kennedy,14th Amendment,Supreme Court,womens rightsMimi Kennedy on the ERAConversation with Maggie Priebe of Working Americahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/26/conversation-with-maggie-priebe-of-working-americaPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/26/conversation-with-maggie-priebe-of-working-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/26/conversation-with-maggie-priebe-of-working-americaFri, 26 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT Working America is a national organization for working people who don’t have the benefit of a union on the job. Started in 2003, we mobilize our 3 million members throughout the year to fight for good jobs and a just economy. The majority of our members are working-class moderates from across the country. They are gun owners and churchgoers. They do not go to protests or rallies but they are angry about a corporate-controlled government and an economy tilted against them. In places where few other progressive organizations go, our organizers reach out to thousands of people—at their doorsteps—to talk about economic issues they care about and share ways to take action. Working America provides the bridge between these members and a progressive understanding of the economy. Two out of three people we talk to at the doors sign up as members. This year, we are in organizing working people in more than a dozen cities and states, in suburbs and exurbs, on college campuses and in rural areas, and more. About Maggie Priebe Maggie Priebe joined Working America as the program director in 2009. She helps develop the organization’s approach to issues, working with the field staff to translate issues into a program to educate and engage members. She also coordinates educational material development. Miss Priebe has been fighting for social justice for ten years and previously worked with Ohio Citizen Action, America Votes and the Cincinnati Central Labor Council.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noMaggie Priebe,Working America,labor council,Economic Justice,progressive politicsConversation with Maggie Priebe of Working AmericaExamining America's Drug Policyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/23/examining-americas-drug-policyPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/23/examining-americas-drug-policy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/23/examining-americas-drug-policyTue, 23 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT Our guest panelists today are: Norm Stamper, Retired Seattle Police Chief and LEAP Advisory Board Member Jasmine Tyler, Deputy Director of National Affairs, Drug Policy Alliance Drew Stromberg, Outreach Director, Students for Sensible Drug Policy Jesselyn McCurdy, Senior Legislative Counsel for the Washington Legislative Office, American Civil Liberties Union Jasmine Tyler Jasmine advocates for policies that reduce racial disparities in the criminal justice system, increase access to social and health services, and treat people who use drugs with dignity. She is one of the leaders of the Crack the Disparity Coalition, which works to equalize the penalties for cocaine. Norm Stamper Norm Stamper was a police officer for 34 years, the first 28 in San Diego. As a cop dedicated to protect and serve, Norm believes the war on drugs has done exactly the opposite for people.Drew StrombergDrew Stromberg serves as Outreach Director for Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP), where he tracks and advises student chapters for half of the United States and oversees chapter development for SSDP’s international network. Jesselyn McCurdy Jesselyn McCurdy is a Senior Legislative Counsel in the Washington Legislative Office (WLO) of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and is responsible for defending civil liberties in Congress and in the Executive Branch in the areas of criminal justice. Ms. McCurdy was a member of the ACLU WLO staff for five years before accepting a position as a Counsel with the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. She was the lead House counsel for the historic Fair Sentencing Act of 2010 when it passed Congress.00:59:00AndreaMiller0noWar on Drugs,sensible drug policy,ACLU,LEAP,Drug Policy AllianceExamining America's Drug PolicyUnderstanding the Federal Budgethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/12/understanding-the-federal-budgetPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/12/understanding-the-federal-budget/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/12/understanding-the-federal-budgetFri, 12 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT Our guest is Chris Hellman, Senior Research Analyst from National Priorities Project. Our topics will include: Federal budget basics, what's going on in Washington including the latest budget action, what's happening with sequestration, and what's going on with Pentagon spending. About Chris Hellman Chris joined NPP after serving as a military policy analyst for the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation where his work focused on national security spending, military planning and policy, base closures, major weapons systems, trends in the defense industry, global military spending, and homeland security. Prior to joining the Center, Chris spent six years as a Senior Research Analyst at the Center for Defense Information. He also worked for two years as a military budget specialist at Physicians for Social Responsibility. Previously, Chris spent ten years on Capitol Hill as a congressional staffer working on national security and foreign policy issues. Chris is familiar with all aspects of the federal budget process. He is a frequent media commentator on military planning, policy, and budgetary issues and is the author of numerous reports and articles. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Middlebury College in Vermont. He joined NPP in August 2009.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noChris Hellman,National Priorities Project,Federal Budget,Pentagon Budget,Discretionary SpendingUnderstanding the Federal BudgetConversation with Jim Hightowerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/09/conversation-with-jim-hightowerPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/09/conversation-with-jim-hightower/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/04/09/conversation-with-jim-hightowerTue, 09 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT Join us at a special date for a conversation with special guest, Jim Hightower. Our conversation will revolve around progressive politics in the South. Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker, and author of Swim Against The Current: Even A Dead Fish Can Go With The Flow. Hightower has spent three decades battling the Powers That Be on behalf of the Powers That Ought to Be—consumers, working families, environmentalists, small businesses, and just-plain folks. Twice elected Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Hightower believes that the true political spectrum is not right to left but top to bottom, and he has become a leading national voice for the 80 percent of the public who no longer find themselves within shouting distance of the Washington and Wall Street powers at the top.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noJim Hightower,Southern Strategy,Southern politics,progressive south,Red StatesConversation with Jim HightowerConversation with Bill Fletcher, Jr.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/29/conversation-with-bill-fletcher-jrPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/29/conversation-with-bill-fletcher-jr/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/29/conversation-with-bill-fletcher-jrFri, 29 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTBill Fletcher, Jr., is a longtime labor, racial justice and international activist. He is an Editorial Board member and columnist for BlackCommentator.com and a Senior Scholar for the Institute for Policy Studies in Washington, DC. He is the immediate past president of TransAfrica Forum and a founder of the Black Radical Congress.Fletcher is the co-author (with Fernando Gapasin) of Solidarity Divided, The Crisis in Organized Labor and A New Path Toward Social Justice (University of California Press). He was formerly the Vice President for International Trade Union Development Programs for the George Meany Center of the AFL-CIO. Prior the George Meany Center, Fletcher served as Education Director and later Assistant to the President of the AFL-CIO.Fletcher got his start in the labor movement as a rank and file member of the Industrial Union of Marine and Shipbuilding Workers of America. Combining labor and community work, he was also involved in ongoing efforts to desegregate the Boston building trades. He later served in leadership and staff positions in District 65-United Auto Workers, National Postal Mail Handlers Union and Service Employees International Union (SEIU).Fletcher is a graduate of Harvard University and has authored numerous articles and speaks widely on domestic and international topics, racial justice and labor issues.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noBill Fletcher Jr,BlackCommentatorcom,labor,racial justice,Institute for Policy StudiesConversation with Bill Fletcher, Jr.ERA - The History You Need to Knowhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/26/era--the-history-you-need-to-knowPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/26/era--the-history-you-need-to-know/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/26/era--the-history-you-need-to-knowTue, 26 Mar 2013 01:00:00 GMT Eileen Davis Has worked as a professional Nurse ,community advocate for the uninsured,and Adjunct Professor in Central Virginia . She is the current state Coordinator of ERA-NOW Virginia and is on the planning committee for the WOMEN MATTER: USE YOUR POWER Rally scheduled in Richmond on Sat April 27th 2pm at the Bell Tower on the Capitol grounds in Richmond, Va.01:18:00AndreaMiller0noERA,Eileen Davis,ERA NOW Virginia,Women Matter Use Your Power Rally,ERA and the Health Insurance IndustryERA - The History You Need to KnowSpreading the Word about Fair Tradehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/22/spreading-the-word-about-fair-tradePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/22/spreading-the-word-about-fair-trade/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/22/spreading-the-word-about-fair-tradeFri, 22 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMT Fair Trade Towns USA National Organizer Courtney Lang discusses what needs to be done to improve Fair Trade in the southeast. Lang has over 5 years of community organizing to Fair Trade Towns USA, building the Local Food and Fair Trade networks in Vermont. As Local Food Coordinator with City Market/Onion River Cooperative, Courtney worked with local producers, institutions and consumers to increase market access and organize a strategic model for action through farm tours, workshops, and local food challenges. Courtney witnessed child-labor first hand in Costa Rica. A founding member of Fair Trade Burlington, she worked with economic development organizations, businesses, and consumers to build awareness of Fair Trade among Vermonters. She worked with a Fair Trade USA licensee, Vermont Coffee Company, as Friend Ambassador where she united the story of Fair Trade to every purchase of coffee. Courtney is creating programs and providing strategic direction for over 80 campaigns across the US that are seeking to increase the awareness and availability of Fair Trade products in their community. www.fairtradetownsusa.org www.facebook.com/fairtradetowns www.twitter.com/fairtradetowns www.youtube.com/fairtradetowns01:00:00AndreaMiller0noCourtney Lang,Fair Trade,child labor,fair trade products,fair trade networksSpreading the Word about Fair TradeClimate Change and Communities of Colorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/15/climate-change-and-communities-of-colorPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/15/climate-change-and-communities-of-color/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/15/climate-change-and-communities-of-colorFri, 15 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMT Our show today is about Climate Change, the Environmental Movement and Communities of Color. Our guest is Jacqueline Patterson, Director, NAACP Environmental and Climate Justice Program Prior to joining the NAACP, most recently a global women's rights consultant, Jacqui Patterson has enjoyed a fulfilling career working in the capacities of researcher, program manager, coordinator, advocate and activist working on women's rights, violence against women, HIV&AIDS, racial justice, economic justice, and environmental and climate justice. Since 2007 Patterson has served as coordinator for an organization she co-founded, Women of Color United. Previously, Patterson served as a Senior Women's Rights Policy Analyst for ActionAid where she ensured the integration of a women's rights lens for the issues of food rights, macroeconomics, and climate change as well as the intersection of violence against women and HIV&AIDS. Prior to this she served as Assistant Vice-President of HIV/AIDS Programs for Interchurch Medical Assistance, Inc. providing management and technical assistance to medical facilities and programs in 23 countries in Africa and the Caribbean. Patterson served as the Outreach Project Associate for the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, as policy analyst for Baltimore City Healthy Start; and Research coordinator for Johns Hopkins University. 01:13:00AndreaMiller0noJacqui Patterson,NAACP,climate change,environmental movement,communities of colorClimate Change and Communities of ColorERA We Need 3 More Stateshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/12/era-we-need-3-more-statesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/12/era-we-need-3-more-states/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/12/era-we-need-3-more-statesTue, 12 Mar 2013 01:00:00 GMT Join the ERA Action Team as we discuss plans for re-introduction of the Equal Rights Amendment 3 state Strategy bill in March. Where are we now with the Equal Rights Amendment? When will new legislation be introduced and by whom? What do we need from ratified states? What do we need from unratified states? How can you get involved?01:37:00AndreaMiller0noEqual Rights Amendment,Senator Ben Cardin Maryland,Rep Rob Andrews New Jersey,3 state strategy,Constitutional AmendmentERA We Need 3 More StatesEnd the Congress to Lobbyist Revolving Doorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/08/end-the-congress-to-lobbyist-revolving-doorPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/08/end-the-congress-to-lobbyist-revolving-door/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/08/end-the-congress-to-lobbyist-revolving-doorFri, 08 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT Represent.Us is a fresh campaign to support the American Anti-Corruption Act: a law that would overhaul campaign finance, impose strict lobbying and conflict of interest laws, and end secret political money. We are mobilizing millions of Americans — conservatives and progressives, young and old, every issue group fighting K Street, online and offline — to join this campaign. Represent.Us is not just building a movement in support of the Act, we’re going to use our collective power to stand against those who stand for corruption. If it becomes law, the Act will completely reshape American politics and policy-making and give people a voice. Our guests are Joshua Graham Lynn and Walter Ebmeyer01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRepresent Us,Congress,Lobbyist,American Anti-Corruption Act,Joshua Graham LynnEnd the Congress to Lobbyist Revolving DoorDream Defenders - Fighting the School to Prison Pipelinehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/01/dream-defenders--fighting-the-school-to-prison-pipelinePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/01/dream-defenders--fighting-the-school-to-prison-pipeline/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/03/01/dream-defenders--fighting-the-school-to-prison-pipelineFri, 01 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT Our guest is Mr. Phillip Agnew, Executive Director of Dream Defenders in Florida. Phillip Agenew is a native of Chicago, IL, and a 2008 graduate of Florida A&M University's School of Business and Industry. While attending the University he served as Student Body President, a member of the University Board of Trustees and Faculty Senate. His life was changed when he became an organizer with the Student Coalition for Justice: a cadre of students from Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee Community College angered by the murder of Martin Lee Anderson in a Florida Youth Boot Camp. After four years in Charlotte, NC working in Sales, he returned to Florida to work as Executive Director with the Dream Defenders, a network of black, brown, and allied youth across the State of Florida fighting for equal rights and education.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noPhillip Agnew,Dream Defenders,School to Prison Pipeline,mass incarceration,incarerated youthDream Defenders - Fighting the School to Prison PipelineConversation with Sandy Davies on Afghanistanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/21/conversation-with-sandy-davies-on-afghanistanPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/21/conversation-with-sandy-davies-on-afghanistan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/21/conversation-with-sandy-davies-on-afghanistanThu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Our guest is Sandy Davies, team leader from the End Wars and Occupations Issue Team and author of the book, Blood on our Hands: the American Invasion and Destruction of Iraq. What you can do Send a message to your Representative asking them to support HR 200 - Responsible End to War in Afghanistan. Visit the End Wars and Occupations Issue Team page on PDA Community.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noSandy Davies,Blood on Our Hands,Afghanistan,Iran,warConversation with Sandy Davies on AfghanistanConversation with Mike Berlonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/15/conversation-with-mike-berlonPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/15/conversation-with-mike-berlon/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/15/conversation-with-mike-berlonFri, 15 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMT Politics is the issue of the day with Mike Berlon, Chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia and DNC Southern Chair. Mike Berlon has been involved in Democratic politics for over three decades. Simply put, his life’s work has prepared him for the challenge of leading our party to victory. During his 30 years of political engagement, he has been a candidate for office, recruited and worked with candidates in both local and statewide campaigns, sponsored countless fundraisers and vigorously promoted Democratic ideals.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noMike Berlon,Democratic Party of Georgia,women,politics,red to blueConversation with Mike BerlonWhat's Happening in Georgia and How You Can Get Involvedhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/08/whats-happening-in-georgia-and-how-you-can-get-involvedPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/08/whats-happening-in-georgia-and-how-you-can-get-involved/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/08/whats-happening-in-georgia-and-how-you-can-get-involvedFri, 08 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMT Special Guest Larry Pellegrini, Executive Director Georgia Rural Urban Summit What is happening in the Georgia State Legislature and how you can get involved.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noGeorgia,politics,progressive,legislation,state houseWhat's Happening in Georgia and How You Can Get InvolvedERA Action in 2013http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/06/era-action-in-2013Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/06/era-action-in-2013/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/06/era-action-in-2013Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Our guests today are working hard to push removing the ratification deadline for the Equal Rights Amendment. Sign the petition Roberta Francis is a gender equity consultant and writer who serves as Co-Chair of the ERA Task Force of the National Council of Women’s Organizations. Bobbie has worked for 35 years on numerous initiatives for women’s advancement, from education and pay equity to reproductive rights and violence against women. Renee Davis is the Executive Vice-President of Programs for UniteWomen.org. She has been with UniteWomen.org since it's inception on 2.19.2012 and is a vital part of UniteWomen.org 's programs and structure. UniteWomen.org was born on Facebook and now has a reach of almost 20 million throughout social media. UniteWomen.org is one three Partnering Organizations hosting the Suffrage Centennial Celebration in Washington, DC on March 1-3. Tammy Simkins is a social justice advocate and the ERA Action 2013 White House Petition originator and coordinator. Tammy earned a Bachelor’s of Specialized Studies with an emphasis in Political Communications and Gender Issues and a Women and Gender Studies Certificate in December, 2012 from Ohio University. 01:01:00AndreaMiller0noRemove ratification Deadline,ERA,Roberta Francis NOW,Renee Davis Unite Women,Tammy Simkins ERA Action 2013ERA Action in 2013Moving Forward with the Democratic Party of Georgiahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/01/moving-forward-with-the-democratic-party-of-georgiaPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/01/moving-forward-with-the-democratic-party-of-georgia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/02/01/moving-forward-with-the-democratic-party-of-georgiaFri, 01 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMT Rashad Richey is the Political Director and Lead Political Strategist of the Democratic Party in Georgia, Founder of Democracy In, LLC (a political advocacy and community development firm), business owner and serves the U.S. State Department as a Citizen Diplomat through the Georgia Council for International Visitors. (a US State Department organization dedicated to human rights initiatives and the educational enhancement of international government relations). He can be heard providing political commentary on CBS Radio, The Al Sharpton Show and many other media outlets. Rashad is also the hard hitting talk radio host of the Rashad Richey Show on Atlanta’s 1010 WGUN – Atlanta’s Progressive Talk Station (additional hosts include MSNBC’s Ed Schultz, Randi Rhodes, Warren Ballentine and Rev. Jesse Jackson). Rashad earned his undergraduate degree from the American College of Theology in Counseling and continued his studies to complete his Master’s in Theology in 2004. He is currently enrolled at Cornell University where he is completing studies in Executive Leadership. In addition to politics, Rashad serves on the board of directors for Recovery Consultants of Atlanta, REACH United, Pure Haven, Inc., and the Morrow Police Department. Additionally, Rashad has helped develop many community groups through applying the skills of a strategic planner, organizer, fundraiser and community leader. Rashad has dedicated his life to ensuring that everyone has a political voice. Regardless of class, race, age, gender or sexual orientation and advocating for those who may not have always made the best decisions but strive to be better people each day. Through political activism, mentoring and community involvement, Rashad has seen lives change for the better, including his own.01:01:00AndreaMiller0noGeorgia,politics,advocate,community involvement,Rashad RicheyMoving Forward with the Democratic Party of GeorgiaEnding Mass Incarcerationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/14/ending-mass-incarcerationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/14/ending-mass-incarceration/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/14/ending-mass-incarcerationMon, 14 Jan 2013 18:00:00 GMT Ending Mass Incarceration – A Critical Human Rights, Civil Rights and Racial Justice Battle The US has 5% of the world population and 25% of the world’s prisoners. On any given day, there are over 7 million people in our prisons and jails, on probation or parole. We lock up more people for longer periods of time than any other industrialized country in the world.The brunt of this policy is borne by African-Americans and Latinos. Blacks make up 13% of the US population and over 50% of its prisoners. They are incarcerated at a rate 8 times higher than that of whites. As Michelle Alexander in her best-selling book, The New Jim Crow, has pointed out, once you’re labelled a felon, you’re trapped in a permanent second-class status in which you may be denied the right to vote, excluded from juries, and legally discriminated against in employment, housing, access to education and public benefits. Our guests are both professionals in the field and activists campaigning to dismantle the prison-industrial complex and fundamentally alter the conversation about crime and punishment. They are: Fernando M Perez, PhD. Barry University Department of Sociology & CriminologyAudrey Bomse, National Lawyers Guild, former Public Defender 01:00:00AndreaMiller0noAudrey Bomse,Fernando Perez PhD,war on drugs,Felon disenfranchisement,mass incarcerationEnding Mass IncarcerationClimate Change with Ted Glickhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/08/climate-change-with-ted-glickPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/08/climate-change-with-ted-glick/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/08/climate-change-with-ted-glickTue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTSubjects addressed will be: the rapidly-growing campaign for campuses (and other institutions) to divest from fossil fuel companies; the highly successful 350.org national tour of 21 cities in November/December; the Sierra Club- and 350.org called national demonstration on climate on Feb. 17th in D.C.; growing interest and efforts toward enacting a carbon fee/tax; the movements against the various forms of extreme energy extraction; and other developments.01:01:00AndreaMiller0nocarbon tax,environment,climate change,fossil fuel divestment,energy extractionClimate Change with Ted GlickMove to Amend with David Cobbhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/04/move-to-amend-with-david-cobbPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/04/move-to-amend-with-david-cobb/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2013/01/04/move-to-amend-with-david-cobbFri, 04 Jan 2013 18:00:00 GMTWhat's happening in 2013?01:01:00AndreaMiller0noCitizens United,Money is not Speech,Corporations Are not People,corporate rule,Move to AmendMove to Amend with David CobbProtecting the Vote with Mimi Kennedyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/12/20/protecting-the-vote-with-mimi-kennedyPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/12/20/protecting-the-vote-with-mimi-kennedy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/12/20/protecting-the-vote-with-mimi-kennedyThu, 20 Dec 2012 18:00:00 GMTJoin Clean Elections activist and actress Mimi Kennedy discuss voter suppression and stolen elections.01:01:00AndreaMiller0novoter file,stolen elections,voter suppression,elections,ballot accessProtecting the Vote with Mimi KennedyVoter Empowerment Act (H.R. 5799) and 2012 Voter Suppressionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/12/13/voter-empowerment-act-hr-5799-and-2012-voter-suppressionPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/12/13/voter-empowerment-act-hr-5799-and-2012-voter-suppression/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/12/13/voter-empowerment-act-hr-5799-and-2012-voter-suppressionThu, 13 Dec 2012 18:00:00 GMT Voter Empowerment Act (H.R. 5799) and 2012 Voter Suppression Issues/866-OUR-VOTE Election Protection hotline revelations with Progressive Democrats of America (PDA) Deputy Field Director Andrea Miller & Rev. Terence A. Dicks, PDA Southern Regional Organizer and State of Georgia Coordinator PDA Radio Guests: Jonathan Brater Brennan Center for Justice Legal Counsel/Democracy Program Chris Melody Fields Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Election Protection Coordinator01:01:00AndreaMiller0novoting rights,2012 Elections,Voter Empowerment Act,voter suppression,election protectionVoter Empowerment Act (H.R. 5799) and 2012 Voter SuppressionElections Matter - PDA Political Director Steve Cobblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/11/09/elections-matter-pda-political-director-steve-cobblePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/11/09/elections-matter-pda-political-director-steve-cobble/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/11/09/elections-matter-pda-political-director-steve-cobbleFri, 09 Nov 2012 19:30:00 GMT Join as as we talk with PDA Political Director Steve Cobble about Election 2012. What this means for progressives Where do we go from here01:01:00AndreaMiller0no2012 election,Congresssional races,Senate races,voter suppression,states rightsElections Matter - PDA Political Director Steve CobbleChallenging Eric Cantor - Meet Wayne Powellhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/26/challenging-eric-cantor--meet-wayne-powellPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/26/challenging-eric-cantor--meet-wayne-powell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/26/challenging-eric-cantor--meet-wayne-powellFri, 26 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT Running against an incumbent Republican is no easy task. Running against the House Majority leader who has $5.6 million in the bank is a daunting task. Meet PDA endorsed candidate, Wayne Powell, retired Army Colonel, small business owner, successful local attorney and former judge who took Cantor on in a nationally televised debate and scored a definitive victory.01:00:00AndreaMiller0noWayne Powell,Eric Cantor,VA 7th District,ERA,womens rightsChallenging Eric Cantor - Meet Wayne PowellFighting Voter Suppression Legislationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/18/fighting-voter-suppression-legislationPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/18/fighting-voter-suppression-legislation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/18/fighting-voter-suppression-legislationThu, 18 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT Voter suppression legislation was introduced in all but 5 states. Virginia actually enhanced the number of documents you could use for Voter ID and defeated Photo ID. What does it take to beat back voter suppression legislation in the 21st century? Special Guest Dr. William Ferguson Reid Dr. Reid fought for Doctor’s rights to practice medicine in Richmond and was the co-founder of the Richmond Crusade for voters which registered and educated voters. According to Senator Henry Marsh, "If the Crusade for Voters endorsed you, you won."Dr. Reid, was elected in 1967 to represent the 35th House District, consisting of Henrico County and the City of Richmond. He became the first African American elected to the General Assembly of Virginia since Reconstruction and served three terms in the House of Delegates. 00:55:00AndreaMiller0nophoto id,ALEC Legislation,registration suppression,protect the vote,provisional ballotFighting Voter Suppression LegislationThe Womens Room - Running for Officehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/16/the-womens-roomPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/16/the-womens-room/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/16/the-womens-roomTue, 16 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT If you're going to fight the rules, you have to fight to make the rules. Meet Congressional candidates who support the Equal Rights Amendment and have vowed to fight the War on Women in the Halls of Congress. Candidates for U.S. House of Representatives Lesli Rae Messinger ( GA-1) Wayne Powell (VA-7)01:00:00AndreaMiller0nowar on women,equality,ERA,Constitutional Amendment,equal pay for equal workThe Womens Room - Running for OfficeRestoring the Vote to People With Criminal Convictionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/11/restoring-the-vote-to-ex-offenders-1Politics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/11/restoring-the-vote-to-ex-offenders-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/11/restoring-the-vote-to-ex-offenders-1Thu, 11 Oct 2012 17:00:00 GMT According to The Sentencing Project there are nearly 5 million people in the United States who cannot vote due to a previous felony conviction. In Virginia, Kentucky, Iowa and Florida, persons with felony convictions are disenfranchised for life, unless specifically restored by the governor. It is estimated that by 2030 1 in 3 African-American males will have been convicted of a felony and have lost their right to vote. Rights restoration is confusing, inconsistently documented and varies widely from state to state. Our guests including organizations working to build support for restoration of voting rights, activists working at the state and Federal level. We will also hear from affected persons. Edgardo Cortes - The Advancement Project Myrna Perez - Brennan Center for Justice Linwood Christian - Restoration Activist00:54:00AndreaMiller0noex-felons,Democracy Restoration Act,protect the vote,restoration of voting rights,felon disenfranchisementRestoring the Vote to People With Criminal ConvictionsVoter Suppression - What's Happening in your State?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/04/voter-suppression--whats-happening-in-your-statePolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/04/voter-suppression--whats-happening-in-your-state/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/pdan/2012/10/04/voter-suppression--whats-happening-in-your-stateThu, 04 Oct 2012 17:00:00 GMT Join us as we review the ALEC-sponsored legislation across the country. Learn what's the law in your state and how you can protect your vote. Our guests are working in every state to protect our voting rights. Learn what you should do? Special Guests: Sara Mullen, Associate Director, ACLU of Pennsylvania and Chris Melody Fields, Election Protection Coordinator, The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law.00:28:00AndreaMiller0noALEC,voter ID,voter suppression,Voting Rights,protecting the voteVoter Suppression - What's Happening in your State?